How long do the batteries last on the IPad? I've never bought an Apple product before. I would really like to buy this but, if the batteries go bad, can they be replaced? If not how long can I expect them to last from normal use? I would really like to get at least 5 years of use on this. Is that possible? How long do the batteries last on the IPad? I've never bought an Apple product before. I would really like to buy this but, if the batteries go bad, can they be replaced? If not how long can I... » Read More How long do the batteries last on the IPad? I've never bought an Apple product before. I would really like to buy this but, if the batteries go bad, can they be replaced? If not how long can I expect them to last from normal use? I would really like to get at least 5 years of use on this. Is that possible? « Show Less
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Yes. Thats what I wanted to know. I just needed someone to tell me how many years I might expected to be using this thing and you gave me a good estimate. Thanks.
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Five years on today's digital devices (computers, laptops and phones) is a lot to ask, in my opinion.At about three years people generally get out of synch with all the rest of the digital world and end up upgrading.They cannot be replaced by the user, the batteries that is.I get two full days on a charge, and I watch Netflix movies and play graphics-intense games, so I mean about 10 hours on a charge.Hope that helps.
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It took about 5 hours to go from nearly dead to completely charged. I was able to run my iPad for an additional 10 hours without bringing it back to completely dead. I have also completely charged 2 iPhones without completely draining the battery. How much you are able to do will depend on whether you have to use your iPad or phone while it is charging, and whether you attempt to charge from a completely dead state.
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Hi! From what I have researched it seems as if the one year warranty that came with this device has expired and AppleCare is only valid for up to 2 years after the purchase date. Since my iPad mini was bought in 2013, both of these options are no longer valid. Let me know if you have any questions! Thank you!
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You can't access the battery so it isn't replaceable. However, if its like most rechargeable batteries, you should be able to recharge them hundreds of times. I usually recharge mine weekly, so it should last a long, long time.
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Ernest, I don't know the answer, but I googled your question and found this link for which iPad should I buy. hope it helps. :)http://www.cnet.com/news/which-ipad-should-you-buy/
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You have to make sure your bluetooth is turned on on your Ipad. Make sure you scan and connect for device. If it does not connect right away, turn off speaker and then turn back on again. And make sure the speaker is charged. It's got about a 4-6 hr life if used constantly. It took me a couple tries to get it to connect but once it did it works great. Or as a previous person posted, you can also connect it like you would an earbud, but then you are limited to cord distance. I've had my speaker in the other room from where my pad was located. Works great. Hope you get it to work. :)
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I haven't had mine very long so can't verify the information, but according to the specs it is supposed to last for 50,000 hours of use which works out to over 5 1/2 years of steady use. I don't expect something like this to last that long, but it would be a nice surprise.
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Contact the seller. The battery ought to last at least a couple years even in heavy use and the seller may send you a replacement or at least sell you one at a big discount. If not there are a number of good sources for batteries on amazon. Look for a 4-5 star product from a 90%+ seller if possible.
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they last pretty long for me. It really depends on the type of item your using these batteries for. But for me they always last at least 5 hours. Theyre pretty reliable for me. They also take like a day to fully recharge for me, i go to sleep & when i wake up their fully charged.
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Since it was a gift for my husband, I asked him. He said yes...1year warranty is standard on all IPAD's. That is what he had on his first one.
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A good brand regular battery seems to last several hours. Am pretty sure you can add music to it from iTunes. I'm very pleased with mine and have gotten hours of pleasure from it and found it simple to use even though I am up there in age (almost 70).
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We still have not had to replace batteries yet. My wife played with just 4 cubes until we got a replacement for the cube that came out of the box with a dead battery. We got a replacement for the dead battery around 1 Jan, and she has been playing with all 5 cubes since. We are still using the original batteries, but I have no clue how many actual hours of playing time.Has anybody tried the inexpensive batteries that are available on Amazon yet? (See 4 Jan post above.)ww
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I would guess (not fact) there are so many refurbished ones is because, the glass breaks so easy. I know of two people having had their iPads slide out of their hands, within 24 hours of receiving them, and having the glass break. If they have bought insurance, like at Best Buy, they will just replace the iPad with a new one before fixing it for that customer. Apple should put a HUGE warning: iPad is light and slippery hold tight.
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Oh, thanks for clearing that up for me. But I'm kinda worried that they aren't replaceable. I've seen a few batteries die completely in a state where they aren't even rechargeable anymore. I hope these lithium batteries last if you can't replace them.
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I see what you're trying to get at. But it just doesn't make sense to me, if you care to help me understand.iPad 2 tablet claims to get up to 10 hours. With other tablets varying in battery, but not usually going lower than 4 hours. How would a keyboard, even with the tiny screen built in, not stand up to 4 hours of use?Weight also isn't really a big factor when it comes to keyboards, I wouldn't think. People don't necessarily walk around holding a keyboard and typing, as far as my understanding goes anyway.
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I does last for a long time....I bought mine in Feb. and it is still going strong...normally they are supposed to last 50,000 hours and I am still counting.
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I have never taken this iPad out of the country, however, you will obviously need a proper power converter. Also, the battery life seems amazingly short. I don't know if that is this particular iPad, or iPads in general. I double click the home button and close all apps open with regularity (a good practice) but it still barely lasts a whole day of moderate usage. plan on charging it every night.