IPhone4 iOS 4.0.1 won't charge when turned off

I had a 3GS that when placed in the dock (connected to my iMac which is always on) and was turned off (the iPhone that is) would charge normally and was completed in the normal amount of time (a few hours for a complete charge). When I upgraded to iOS 4.0.1, the iPhone would only charge in the dock if it was left on.
I upgraded to the iPhone4 (4.0.1) and the same thing is occurring: the iPhone won't charge when it is turned off; only when it is left on will it completely charge.
Because it happened with my 3GS after upgrading to iOS 4.0.1, I am assuming that it is a software issue with the new operating system.
I have tried a restore as recommended by tech support, but that did not resolve the issue. Has anyone else had the same problem? Any idea how to fix it so that the iPhone4 can charge when placed in the dock and is turned off? Thanks.
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1) stop being impatient.
We are all users like yourself... reposting one minute later is not going to get a lot of sympathy from us.
2) Clean the dock connector with a soft, dry brush
3) Try a different sync cable or charging device.

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