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iPhone MagSafe charging stopped working after an update, outage or hardware change

A phone or tablet problem starting right after an OS update, a new case/accessory or a restored backup should be checked against that change first. This record isolates iPhone MagSafe charging through phone temperature and case alignment versus puck, adapter and outlet.

A phone or tablet problem starting right after an OS update, a new case/accessory or a restored backup should be checked against that change first. For iPhone MagSafe charging, first remove the case, center the phone and test the puck with the specified adapter at room temperature.

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  • iPhone MagSafe charging with this exact failure state
  • Diagnosis across phone temperature and case alignment versus puck, adapter and outlet

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    1. Capture the exact failure state

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      Note the exact update version, accessory or backup date, and confirm the feature worked immediately before it. Expected behavior: align, authenticate and charge at the supported rate without excess heat.

    2. Isolate the component boundary

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      Remove the case, center the phone and test the puck with the specified adapter at room temperature. Test with the new accessory removed, or check the update's known-issues note for the exact symptom. Boundary to separate: phone temperature and case alignment versus puck, adapter and outlet.

    3. Correct only the proven cause

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      Replace the failed adapter/puck or use a compatible case and cooler location. Reset the one setting the update changed, or replace the incompatible accessory.

    4. Verify and stop safely

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      Confirm normal operation with the change present for one full day of typical use. Stop for swelling, burning odor, melted insulation or persistent overheating.

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