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TeaParty10
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

iPad apps draining power and crashing after iOS 27.0.1 update

I updated my iPad to iOS 27.0.1. It has finished indexing and have plenty of storage left. All apps are draining significantly more power for shorter uses. This is across games, video streaming, and using safari.


I’ve also noticed apps crashing and functionality being jittery. IE stuff isn’t smooth and will briefly freeze. I’ve tried turning off the power and keeping off for >5 minutes and a couple days in case indexing wasn’t done. But the issues persist.

Posted on Oct 19, 2026 7:43 AM

1 reply

LotusPilot
User level: Level 10 (334,506 points)

Oct 19, 2026 11:04 AM in response to TeaParty10

If your iPad is not operating as expected, or you experience substantially reduced battery autonomy, try a forced-restart - as this will often clear an isolated or post-update software issue:


Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)

If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:

  1. Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
  2. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
  3. Press and hold the top button.
  4. When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.





If the problem persists after performing the restart, it may be necessary to reset your iPad settings. While this reset will not cause any loss of data, as a precaution, it is always wise to ensure that you have a current iCloud or iTunes backup before performing the reset:

How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


When you are happy to proceed, you can perform the reset from iPad settings:

Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPad > Reset > Reset All Settings


If the problem still doesn’t clear, the next step is to reset the iPad to factory settings:

Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings - Apple Support


Otherwise, you would be best advised to seek assistance directly from Apple Support. You can contact the Support Team using the Support link at top-right or bottom-left of this page. Alternatively and perhaps easier, you can initiate and manage your support cases using the excellent Apple Support App. If not already installed on your iPad, the App can be downloaded from the App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-support/id1130498044


You might also visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) - where the technicians will be able to test and assess your iPad - and you can explore your available options:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256378982