I often find it interesting to see the sort of support docs Apple pushes out for their mobile devices (I know, I may need to get a life.) Here’s an example of one I had never really given any though to – iPad Long-term storage guidelines.
Apple just updated a support doc on this subject a little earlier this month. So … if you have a need to store away your iPad for 6 months or more, here’s the advice from Apple:
Before you place your iPad in long-term storage:
Charge your iPad battery to about 50 percent.
Turn your iPad off to avoid additional battery use.
Store your iPad in a cool, moisture-free environment that is less than 30° C (90° F). See the chart below for the maximum time you can store an iPad without recharging:
The maximum time that an iPad can be stored without charging is listed as 6 months for the iPad mini and 1 year for the iPad (with 9.7 inch…
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