iPad charger won't go in port anymore?

[bill]

My sons iPad charger doesn't seem to want to go into the charging port anymore, won't even go in a tiny bit! It's an iPad 4 under 12 months old, had a hard life with a 4 year old abusing it constantly, I'm guessing this will not be covered by warranty? And if not am I best taking it to Apple or an independent shop to get the repair done?

Cheers

 

[zedx19]

Why will it not be covered by warranty? Its less then 12 months old, take it back to Apple, they'll swap it for a replacement FOC.

 

[AdDaMan]

As above. If it's less than a year old they'll sort it.

 

[levaz]

check the charging port isn't full of fluff.

My iphone one has a similar issue and wasn't charging properly.
Scooped a load of pocket lint out with a toothpick, been good as gold since.

 

[bill]

I presumed they would not replace/repair it, as im guessing its broke from one of my kids being rough with it, even though it has a griffin case on, i'll give it a try and not mention the kids

nothing visible in the port, so I don't think its that, it wont even go in a tiny bit

 

[imprezaworks]

I reckon Apple will replace it hassle free, they do seem very good at warranry stuff

 

[bill]

Cool! Now do I take it back to curry's or go direct to an apple shop?

 

[imprezaworks]

Think with Apple you have to make an appointment at a local shop

 

[banther]

Go to Apple. Curries are c***s.

 

[bill]

Ha Roger that, I'll get on the phone this afternoon

 

[Goodj]

yep, apple might well be alright about it.
Probably just get you a replacement, refurb one from out the back and swap it on the spot.