Why does my Nexus tablet take so long to charge?

If for some reason the tablet still charges very slowly (regardless of whether the charger itself gets hot) then it’s possible that something is wrong with the USB port. At that point your only alternative is to try wireless charging (which you’ve indicated is not an option for you) or to live with the slow charging.

How long does it take for a Nexus 7 to charge?

EDIT: Ok for whatever reason, my Nexus took 2 hours to charge up 26%. The rest of the charging process took 2.5 hours.

Why is my charger charging so slowly?

A phone charging slowly could just be a case of using the wrong charger. If the cable seems loose or too tight, it might not be the right cable for your phone. You could also be using an old cable. New USB cables ports are designed for fast transfer, as long as you connect newer devices optimized for these speeds.

Why is my android tablet charging so slowly?

Your device charges slowly when in use? It is because that part of the output current of the charging adapter is consumed by your phone’s touchscreen or other hardware. Therefore, the charging current directed to the battery decreases, resulting in a slower charging speed.

How do I make my tablet charge faster?

#2: Put the device into airplane mode By doing this, the device is not burning through the battery as you’re trying to charge it up. On average, I find that devices charge about twice as fast when they are in airplane mode as they do when in normal mode.

How long does Nexus take to charge?

Senior Member. It takes about 3 hours to charge from 0% to 100% with the charger it came with. Using a 2 amp charger doesn’t decrease the time, as the device will charge at a maximum of about 1100-1200 mAh.

Why does my phone take 10 hours to charge?

There are several reasons why your phone might be taking longer than usual to charge. For a faster charge, plug your phone directly into a wall outlet — don’t use a wireless charging pad or a computer’s USB port. You can also charge your phone faster by turning it off, or simply not using it while it charges.

Will my tablet charge faster if I turn it off?

Of course simply turning your phone or tablet off while it’s charging will make it charge faster still, but you’ll also have to wait for it to boot up when you turn it back on.