Why is my android tablet not turning on despite being charged?
Lately, I’ve run into a frustrating issue where my android tablet doesn’t turn on, even though it has been plugged in for hours. I noticed this problem when I needed to use my tablet urgently for work-related tasks. Initially, I thought perhaps the battery was completely drained, but after keeping it on charge overnight, it still shows no signs of life. The screen remains black, and there’s no vibration or any LED indicator lighting up to signal that it’s charging. I even tried different charging cables and power adapters to no avail. It’s hard to pinpoint whether the issue is with the hardware or software. The tablet hasn’t experienced any physical damage recently, so I am really puzzled about why it’s not responding at all.
5 Answers
Consider the possibility of a hardware malfunction. You mentioned the screen remains black and there’s no light or vibration. This could mean the internal components, such as the power button or motherboard, are damaged. Unfortunately, this may require professional repair services. Ensure there hasn’t been any exposure to severe environmental conditions, like extreme temperatures or water, as they can cause significant hardware issues. If your device is still under warranty, contacting the manufacturer’s support might be the best option.
This problem can also occur if the battery is completely discharged to the point you need to use a special charging technique. Here’s a step-by-step approach:
1. Plug your tablet into its charger and connect it to a wall outlet.
2. Let it charge uninterrupted for at least one hour.
3. After an hour, check if the charging indicator shows up on the screen.
4. If nothing happens, try pressing and holding the power button for another 30 seconds.
5. If it still doesn’t power up, try a different charging cable or adapter.
This prolonged charging can sometimes jolt the battery back to life.
If your tablet was recently updated or an application was installed, it’s possible that these changes are causing a conflict preventing it from turning on. In such a case, you could attempt to boot into Safe Mode:
1. Hold the Power button until the manufacturer’s logo appears.
2. Release the Power button and then immediately hold down the Volume Down button.
3. Continue holding it until your device finishes booting.
4. If it successfully boots in Safe Mode, you’ll know a faulty update or app is the culprit. From there, you can identify and remove the problematic app or perform a factory reset if needed.
It might be a software issue caused by a corrupted system file. Perform a forced restart by pressing and holding the power button and the volume down button simultaneously for about 10-15 seconds. If the tablet still doesn’t respond, it could indicate a deeper software issue requiring a factory reset or professional help.