3-year-old iPad's battery drains quickly after charging to 100%

My 3 year old iPad will charge to 100% but only lasts 3 hours. Is it the battery or something else?


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Original Title: iPad battery issue

iPad Air, iPadOS 16

Posted on Nov 4, 2025 11:26 AM

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Posted on Nov 4, 2025 11:37 AM

Go to Settings ➜ Battery and tell us what is says about health and what is using it the most.


If health is under 80%, the battery should be replaced.


click here ➜ How to check battery health and history on your iPad - Apple Support


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3-year-old iPad's battery drains quickly after charging to 100%

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