How To Charge an iPhone or iPod

You can learn how to charge your device using the included cable.

Step 1: The power is plugged into the wall sockets.

The wall sockets on the wall side of the power adapter are the same as any other standard plug.

Step 2: Attach the large end of the cable to the power transformer.

If you look at the end of the charger, you'll see a block of plastic inside; it's a rectangular piece of exposed metal.The power adapter has a horizontal rectangular slot on it.There is a block of plastic inside the end of the cable that connects to the computer.If you're having trouble fitting theusb end into theadapter, try flipping it over.

Step 3: Determine the type of cable you have.

There are two types of cables for your iPod.The charging end of this cable is flat.iPod touch 4th generation and down.The charging end is flat.

Step 4: The cable should be inserted into the bottom of the device.

If you're using a Lightning cable, the charging port should fit no matter how you put it in; however, a 30-pin charger must be put in with the phone's screen facing the same way.

Step 5: Wait for your device to start charging.

After plugging it in, your device should make a sound or vibrate, and the screen should show a battery icon.Try a different electrical outlet if your device doesn't start charging.

Step 6: There is a port on the computer.

There are three-pronged symbols next to theUSB ports.They are usually found on the sides of laptops, though their location varies for desktop computers.If you can't find a port on your computer, try looking at the sides or back of the keyboard, or behind the monitor.Some MacBooks don't have the ability to connect to the internet.

Step 7: Attach your cable to the port.

If you look at the end of the charger, you'll see a block of plastic inside; it's a rectangular piece of exposed metal.Make sure the three-pronged symbol is facing upward when plugging the cable into the port.You might need to remove the cable from the power cube.Pull on the end of the cable until it disengages from the power adapter.

Step 8: Determine what type of cable you have.

There are two types of cables for your iPod and iPhone.The charging end of this cable is flat.iPod touch 4th generation and down.The charging end is wide and flat.

Step 9: Attach the other end of the cable to the device.

If you're using a Lightning cable, the charging port should fit no matter how you put it in; however, a 30-pin charger must be put in with the phone's screen facing the same way.

Step 10: Wait for your device to start charging.

After plugging it in, you should hear a sound or see a battery icon on the screen.Try a different electrical outlet if your device doesn't start charging.

Step 11: Make sure your software is current.

Updating to the latest version of the software will help save battery life, since Apple is always trying to improve it.

Step 12: Your device's auto-lock settings need to be adjusted.

The screen of your iPod or iPhone will be turned off after a certain amount of time.You can change this setting by opening your phone.Click and scroll down.There is a tap.The lower the time limit, the better.

Step 13: "Low Power Mode" is a feature on your device.

Low Power Mode temporarily restricts the visual effects and overall power consumption of your device until you uninstall it.This feature can be enabled by opening your iPhone's.Click to scroll down and tap.Go right to the "On" position.

Step 14: Allow auto- brightness.

This feature uses your phone's camera to detect ambient light and adjust the screen brightness in response.To enable this feature, open your phone.Click and scroll down.You can tap.Select.Go right to the "On" position.

Step 15: Mail fetching can be disabled on your device.

The Mail app can use a lot of battery life if new mail is sent from the email server.Open your phone.Click and scroll down.You can tap.You can find it at the bottom of the page.Left will take you to the "Off" position.

Step 16: When there is no coverage, turn on Airplane Mode.

The impact on your battery will be reduced if you do this, as it will prevent you from attempting to send or receive any kind of signal.To enable Airplane Mode, open your phone.Go right.Turn on airplane mode if you don't have coverage.