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At the recent Unpacked 2021 event, Samsung officially introduced its trio of high-end smartphones: Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21.
Common Solutions for Samsung S21 Issues
However, similar to previous Samsung models, encountering issues while using Samsung Galaxy S21 is inevitable.
Fixing Common Samsung Galaxy S21 Issues
Samsung Galaxy S21 Battery Charging Issue: Not Charging
Charging problems with Samsung Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra not charging are among the common issues users face. This problem occurs not only on Samsung devices but also on Apple devices.
There are various reasons causing the S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra not to charge, with the main reasons being:
- Faulty charger, cable, or power socket.
- Using non-genuine chargers.
- Accumulation of dirt inside the charging port and some other reasons.
Below are some methods to fix the battery charging issue on Samsung Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra that you can refer to.
Method 1: Check the cable, charger of Samsung Galaxy S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra
As mentioned by Mytour earlier, one of the main causes of the Samsung Galaxy S21 not charging issue could be a faulty charging cable or adapter. To address this annoying problem, the first solution is to check the charging cable and adapter for any issues.
The simplest way is to try using a different charger and see if your phone charges. If it does, then your charger is likely the problem. In this situation, two scenarios could occur:
- It could be due to a faulty or damaged charging cable. To check, try using a different cable and plug it in to see if the phone charges. If it does, then the issue lies with the cable, and replacing it should solve the problem.
- Another possibility is a faulty adapter. Similarly, try using a new adapter and test it out. If the culprit is the adapter, simply replace it.
Method 2: Use an official charger
Another reason causing Samsung Galaxy S21 charging issue may be due to using non-original chargers.
On the latest Galaxy S21 models released earlier this year, Samsung no longer includes a charger in the box. Instead, users can purchase these accessories separately from the manufacturer or third-party vendors for assurance.
A small note here is that there are many accessories and chargers of unknown origin flooding the market. Therefore, it is advisable to buy from reputable brands or stores to ensure quality and avoid charging errors or slow charging.
Method 3: Check the power outlet
Sometimes the culprit behind the Samsung Galaxy S21 not charging could be loose or faulty power outlets.
Try plugging the charger into a different outlet and check if the battery is charging. Alternatively, plug the charging cable into a laptop. If the battery starts charging, it indicates an issue with the power outlet, simply replace it with a new one.
Method 4: Clean the charging port of Galaxy S21 devices
In addition to the above reasons, dust and dirt accumulated in the charging port can also cause charging issues on Samsung Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra devices.
All you need to do:
Step 1: Begin by powering off your Galaxy S21 device.
On Galaxy models like the Galaxy S20 or Galaxy S21, the option to press and hold the Power button to turn off the device is no longer supported.
Instead, you can perform this action through the notification panel. Swipe down from the top of the screen to access the notification panel, then locate and tap the Power button icon located in the top right corner as shown below.
At this point, the Power menu will be displayed on the screen, press Power Off option to turn off the device.
Step 2: Use a flashlight to illuminate the charging port.
Step 3: Use a cotton swab, wrap the cotton around the tip just enough to avoid getting stuck in the charging port. Then gently insert the cotton swab into the charging port and start the process to dislodge the dust.
Step 4: Finally, try checking if the Samsung Galaxy S21 is charging.
Method 5: Restart the device
If none of the above methods work, the final solution to fix the Galaxy S21 charging issue is to restart the device.
As mentioned by Mytour, Galaxy S21 no longer supports the option to press and hold the Power button to turn off the device.
Instead, you can access the notification panel by swiping down from the top of the screen, then locate and tap the Power button icon located in the top right corner, select Power Off to turn off the device.
Next step is to wait for a few seconds, then plug in the charger and turn the device back on to see if the charging issue persists.
Here are some common issues with Samsung Galaxy S21 and their fixes. Additionally, readers can refer to some articles on Mytour to learn more about how to take screenshots on Samsung Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra.
- Read more: Capture Screen on Samsung S21.
