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is there a usb port attachment for ipad for battery life

is there a usb port attachment for ipad for battery life? My car usb port never keeps my kids' ipads charged.


Posted on Jul 8, 2020 2:56 PM

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Jul 8, 2020 3:10 PM in response to Nicolej127

The USB port in your car may not be able to provide adequate current for the Pad - many being limited to between 0.5A - 1A at 5V (i.e., 2.5W to 5W). For most models of iPad 10-12W are required to successfully charge an iPad.


If you car has a 12V socket outlet, suitable higher-power USB Charging adapters are easily available from many motor factors and online stores.. Anker and other good brands can be found on Amazon.

Jul 8, 2020 4:12 PM in response to Nicolej127

Are you using the USB ports just for charging the iPad in your car? If you can't use the 12V adapter options suggested above, there is nothing you can do to increase the output from the car USB port. Instead, you might want to invest in portable power bank to keep the iPad charged while being used in motion.


See something like this --> https://www.amazon.com/Belkin-Lightning-Connector-MFi-Certified-Portable/dp/B07FK9M6N8/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=power+bank+lightning+charge&qid=1594249852&sr=8-4

Jul 8, 2020 4:14 PM in response to Nicolej127

As I have already indicated, the fitted USB ports in your car cannot provide adequate power to charge an iPad.


Instead, you must use the 12V socket(s) in your car with a Charging Adapter that can provide the necessary power to an iPad. As an alternative, if you cannot use any 12V sockets In your car, is to use a USB PowerBank (this being a big battery to charge/run the iPad(s).

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