Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Won't Charge/Turn On? Here's a Fix

Got a Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Android tablet that won't turn on or charge? Here are a few fixes to try including one very effective way of getting your tablet to start charging again. Get more details here: www.bigpicturebigsound.com/Sam...
UPDATE: Some additional tips for those who don't get back up and running after the disassembly/reassembly:
* A few people have mentioned that they needed to leave the battery cable disconnected for extended periods (one said two hours) before it would work for them.
* Another couple of people have said that they needed to plug in the charging cable to the microUSB port before reconnecting the battery cable, so that's worth a try (but be careful plugging the unit into a charger while the back is off).
* Also, it is VERY important to use the original Samsung factory charger and cable. We've had dozens of people write in to say it didn't work with aftermarket cables/chargers but did work with the original Samsung charger and cable.
Also, I've been asked what tool I used for this. It's a standard plastic pry tool. You can get a 10-pack of the plastic pry tools on Amazon for under $2 shipped: www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASI... - people also report decent results using an old credit card or a guitar pick.
There are a couple of other things that could be at play though: A dirty or damaged microUSB port can have the same symptom. Examine the port to see if there is any sign of loose or damaged components and blow the port out with compressed air to remove any dust/dirt. The last thing is this: A defective battery will have the same symptom. A replacement battery can be purchased online for under $20. Here's a link for that (7-inch Tab 3 tablet only): www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASI...
Replacing the battery isn't that difficult once you have the back off as it is only held in place with four small screws. I would only do this as a last resort if none of the more detailed tips here work for you and only if you have not seen any damage to the charging port. The port itself can also be replaced but I would recommend getting a pro to that job. Good luck!

[@billmatejka4899]

I took the back off and unplugging the battery. I left it unplugged for about 2 minutes and then plugged in the charger. The tablet is now working. Thank you.

[@joiestatham8111]

It still didn’t work

[@anildesu5673]

@@joiestatham8111 me 2

[@alikacerto2280]

Thank you so much! My son's sat charging all night. Went to turn it on this morning and it would not turn on. We assumed it hadn't charged. I tried the power+vol down button. The charge indicator popped on the screen and I was pleased to see that it was charged to 99%. He was in near tears this morning before school as we are going on a road trip tonight and he really wanted to take it. I will be his hero when he gets home from school!

[@usmanwadud8513]

Aww :) i have the same issue though i tried that method but it sadly didnr work

[@Dr-Random]

It’s like when a little kid’s tablet stops working and doesn’t charge or turn on, it’s like the end of the world for them. At least it got to 99%. You had only 1% to go and it would have been fully charged.

[@johnleady3810]

Found a Samsung at a garage sale last week and paid $1 for it, I used your 4 year old battery unplug remedy video and it took a full charge and is running great. I love these easy fixes

[@FlorinFlorin-um2ot]

I can't believe how simple it was. For two weeks I held it, thinking it was broken. Thank you

[@kelsey5765]

Life saver! Never would have known how to take the back off and disconnect the battery! My tablet hasn't turned on in 2 years!

[@monis.4382]

Kelsey and David mine hasn't either! I'm going to try this as well

[@tomicc893]

Won't work!!!!

[@jasled5739]

I have same problem

[@shalinimaahi7033]

Same here

[@ronesiannasue5292]

@@tomicc893 Mine too

[@PrismVisionEnglish]

I had to take the back off and that worked. Many thanks.... I can't help but notice that in a year's time you've had half a million views for this problem. It doesn't say much for Samsung tablets.

[@arkansasrazorback6087]

Wow. I thought this video was going to waste my time when you said hold the power button and volume at same time. Holding power and volume down worked for me. Thanks.

[@santiargueta326]

The surgery performed successfully thank you mister

[@danielsaucedo4101]

Hey

[@danielsaucedo4101]

Hi

[@elisatasko6135]

I am so impressed with your video. Clear instructions and have now used the information twice to power up my Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 when it just mysteriously died. Fortunately both times I just held the power button and the volume up button for about 15 seconds and it turned on. Lifesaver for sure.

[@iristanyacabanalan5988]

hi Chris, I get panic when my Galaxy Tab A shutdown and won't charged...Thinking of bringing to someone who can fix it...but so lucky i watched your video....OHH THANK YOU SO MUCH YOU SAVED ME!!it did work the 3rd step by removing the SD card...more power to you..you're the best!!!

[@axlzhaloumaibaluyot8703]

Same here i thought my mom and dad will kill me thanks to chris but this will remain as secret haha

[@thedeceptivekhan]

Found an old tablet going through boxes I had in storage. Out of curiosity I tried to get this old Tab 3 to charge and it was not working no matter what I tried. But thanks to this 9 year old video it is now charging. Amazing.

[@samjr1151]

God bless you, you saved me from an ass whooping from my parents.

[@robertgray320]

LMAO!!!!

[@rismaacamille49]

😂

[@graceamore5735]

me too j

[@sumasakhinana1343]

Mee too same

[@blessingsnkhoma1986]

Please what else can i do becase i have tried all the ways but it dosent

[@legsleanne1]

Thank you so so much - I ordered the same pry tools from Amazon UK. I had to take the back off - but disconnecting and then re-connecting the battery connecting did the trick - perfectly! But why Samsung made the back soooooooo difficult to remove makes me really annoyed! Anyway, thank you for giving me the confidence to resolve and address / restart my Galaxy Tab 3.

[@marcelbrown650]

Brilliant. Had to do the battery disconnect, but it is now charging. Thanks so much.

[@alisekushi]

ITS NOT WORKING FOR ME😭

[@KTN567]

Years later I finally got my tablet to turn back on! I didn't know the back came off to these models! I am so grateful. Thank you!

[@tutorvistacom]

The problem I am facing it shows battery charging but nothing happens

[@KapsiF]

same

[@IAmSleepyAngle]

Red Tiger Entertainment my screen is completely black. It’s not water damaged and it never got dropped on the floor. It was in perfect condition. I can hear all the audio but no image.

[@gaexavier2644]

@@IAmSleepyAngle There's a KZbin video for this. You have to open it up and find the screen connector to the motherboard and make sure it is aligned and secured to connection, then pull the battery connector and re-attach that for a battery reboot. Replace the case back and it should have a visible screen now.

[@fifio00]

Same happened to me. It's showing bettery is charging sign but not showing screen. It's not turning on.

[@sarahnimco3676]

My mothers gonna kill me it blinks

[@kazzykinsYo]

Wait..... HOW. I have tried EVERYTHING! And now it works! Thank you! You're a lifesaver!

[@OtakuMadnessFTW]

The power+volume thing worked thanks so much! I was freaking out!

[@rileyjboyling7057]

yes! this helped so much

[@vickypinedo2476]

It didn't for me ☹️

[@Yeventry]

same

[@PiyalDe]

Yes....same here

[@tertilicongaming7521]

It doesnt cause battery ran out?

[@MitsukiTheSage]

DUDE THE DOWN VOLUME AND POWER BUTTON WORKED FOR ME THANK YOU SO MUCH AND BTW GUYS IM USING GALAXY TAB A

[@destrother_]

Same I hope it works

[@nighttenjo12]

Mine only turned on for a second then turned off again, what to do? I have samsung Tab A?

[@lelesim7792]

Freakin same my dude

[@rengokuuv6802]

I have galaxy tablet A to it's thick

[@dertythegrower]

Had a Galaxy Tab 3 identical to the video sitting for many months, unused in a sealed fabric protection case. Nothing worked as far as buttons, but I carefully removed the case and did this... and the charger works fine (an older samsung charger, but official samsung charger for a previous smartphone) and all is charging again. Much respect Mr. Chris Boylan from one techgrad to another. Cheers and consider getting a Ko-Fi page so people can send you free-coffees and 'tips'.

[@lalitkamal4157]

I Used A Dissecting Needle And That Works Too But The Needle Got A Little Bent. This Totally Works. But I Had To Disconnect It For 5 Minutes. Now I Can Play Clash Of Clans. I Am Just 13 And I Did It On My Own. Thanks Man You Are Great. Even iFixit Didn't Work For Me But You Did. Thanks A Lot. :-)

[@lalitkamal4157]

I More Amazing Fact. If It Still Does't Charge Try Buying A Cheap $2 Charger. Don't Buy A Anker Or Any Other Costly Shit. The $2 Works And Charges But The Costly $25 Anker Does Not Work.

[@patticobb9494]

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[@farheendheloon7805]

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[@kazuha3351]

Lalit Kamal same im 13 but my problem i dont have that item

[@strokecodm1385]

yo i play clash of clans

[@Jay-xl4du]

OH MY GOD YOU HELPED ME SO MUCH THANK YOU!! I TRIED THE FIRST ONE YOU SAID WHICH IS TO HOLD THE UP VOLUME AND POWER BUTTON AND IT WORKED SO THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!!!

[@2netzkiee]

Jaylan Perez same here. thank you so much for this video

[@audreyysabellebautista1733]

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[@dayanynunez6836]

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[@jeonjessica5715]

Jaylan Perez Does it reset?

[@raiyan3348]

me :)

[@shayandadvand8136]

That “hold the power bottom and down volume” worked for me. Thanks man 👍👍

[@arielacaso8271]

It worked for me too 🙂🙂🙂

[@Forever-xy6bn]

Same

[@danielpersaud3875]

@@arielacaso8271 Hi

[@destiny4096]

@@arielacaso8271 dghwhahshe ahhh thanks im ganna sub to you for my gratitude

[@trembleboy]

It worked for me press and hold both power button and volume up for 10 seconds.

[@1016moni]

Ur a genius! Last night my tablet suddenly freezed and this morning despite charging overnight wouldn't switch on at all. I thought is a gonna till I watched your video. Pressed 2 buttons as you said and voila! My tablet was back on again! Thank you so much for your video! 👍👍

[@sunil_kumar.k]

Thank you Chris GOD BLESS YOU

[@NewPemmie]

Thanks man! You've really helped me :)

[@rogero8443]

WORKED! Had to go the reconnect route, but so easy to do. Thank you so much for not time-lapsing or anything

[@filmactorgordwelke]

Wow, Chris, Thanks so very much! Your video saved us when we had nowhere else to turn. We did the button plus volume up for 60 seconds and nothing! Then, my wife didn't give up and said she's going to try the power button and volume down and within 15 seconds I heard her literally "Gasp" with delight and I knew instantly it her samsung tablet was turning on! Thanks again from Toronto, Ontario, Canada

[@marielacontreras6967]

Omg thank you so much!! I used the first tip he gave and it totally worked! I am so relieved because I’ve been with a lot of tablets and I end up damaging them so I thought I damaged this one too. Luckily I didn’t!😁😁

[@leewilloughby270]

Fantastic tip.....and worked!! Had to repeat the process twice but is now charging perfectly. Nice one, thanks.

[@mehditoumi1183]

6 years later, still works! thanks man

[@sameerazenib9678]

This really helped. By holding both volume up and down together along with the power button it went from not going beyond showing 8% straight to 98%!

[@ExtraRdinery]

Thank you. I have a Samsung Tab A and the Power and volume down did the trick. Thanks again.

[@saminthapa3526]

Can SAMSUNG A can insert a simcard

[@randomnonsense9724]

Same. But mine did not turn on. 😭😭😭

[@k30ngamer28]

I did the same it worked

[@rare1370]

ExtraRdinery omg me too

[@DarkDeterance]

Thanks so much it worked lol ive had my tablet for about 5 years and it still works

[@kaileebyrum1253]

My tablet turn on, I was so happy. Thanks so much

[@AloneOWN]

Thank You So Much Dude!!! About The Power And The Volume Button... I tried it many times and thank stars... Thank you...

[@r3ckl3ssrhino85]

Less than a minute into the video I got the help I needed, thank you, liked

[@deeforsee7312]

My tablet wont power on its battery is completly drained and when it does charge it stays at zero :/ its not bricked, well i dont think so anyway...

[@jesse2797]

Bakry Moham same

[@dabosslemons5205]

Bakry Moham same

[@ChrisBoylan]

There's a link to a new battery for the Tab 3 7.0 in the video description. It should cost less than $15. Once you get the back of the tablet off, it's easy to replace the battery - just 4 small Philips head screws hold it in place. Good luck!

[@iyhomagracia9810]

same

[@jaysonthehitman6244]

Chris Boylan

[@bettyevington3248]

This was a very good video; plain and simple. Thanks so much.

[@mmmbbq]

Thanks man! Power + volume down fixed me. Never had a problem in 2 years with this thing.

[@shaunecewells3788]

Chris thanks man. This has helped me be able to relax with my tablet after a long work day. Lol You rock!

[@urname1818]

I work thank bro

[@stardust4138]

I left the tablet to charge from a computer using the usb cable. Meanwhile I was reading your wonderful article, preparing mentally for an inevitable operation of battery detachment. I reached out for the tablet, casually pressed the power button and - wow - it came alive. It was the trickle charging that worked for me!

[@sergealexandre4510]

Thank you very much! The power and up volume trick functioned perfectly!

[@swilka1701]

This video started playing while I was listening to music and it literally sounded like someone was behind me. Nearly had a heart attack lmao

[@Rageminis]

It worked it actually worked. A KZbin video actually helped me

[@zeeluika]

thank you so much God bless u. the video worked for me. actually my tab has being on my bed side drawer for months now. only thank God for today.

[@braanch]

It worked!! I was worried that I would loose my apps but it still had everything! Thanks again!!

[@kenanyakan7380]

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[@braanch]

Kenan Yakan 👁👄👁

[@mitsunikisdiary]

@@kenanyakan7380 🐔🍗

[@Instinxx]

Good thing my tab a turns on after 3 years and many drops Still working not cracked just the edge of it is just chipped but the battery goes down in 4 hours

[@Instinxx]

@Morganingachalife YAY oof

[@SamsungGalaxyNoteSMN]

CHÍ HÁO ERROR?

[@jomaryssoto2410]

Mine too

[@aliciaseales9688]

I just tried it...snd it works

[@justinmeneses2154]

I just did this just know and it works!, Thank you for showing this to us, i was so happy because i eas be able to make my brother happy again. Thank you.

[@kbng7781]

Thanks for the video, i managed to rescue my tab back to business (using last step) after putting it idle for months. My son say thank you as well.

[@Ali-fk9vj]

I tried the 1st trick after 2 years and it worked. After 4 days problem again came but this time the Tab opened. Thanks bro.

[@infj-tin2930]

Thank the Lord! oh my gosh Thank you so much! I was using my mom's tab and it out of nowhere turns off. I even accidentally cut myself from trying to open the back. You saved from death. lol

[@lamoyawilliams8830]

lol kmfao

[@MariaGarcia-dp9dk]

Tinmoir I cut myself 2 when I was trying to open it my whole nail was almost cut off 😂 I was scared

[@soupladoop8155]

Tinmoir me too

[@toptech5193]

@@MariaGarcia-dp9dk hhhhhh

[@raihanislam912]

Omg, I took out the microsd and it started charging! THANK YOU!!!!!!!

[@legogoo6573]

THANK YOU SOOO MUCH THAT HELPED ME GET MY TABLET BACK FROM DIEING FOREVER

[@netra1648]

Omg tysm!!! When we first did that, it didnt worked after an hour we saw that the tablet is charging. My daughter, was soooo happy like she was screaming in the whole house. Thank you so much mister. Your a life saver! ♥️♥️

[@Tradcat]

Power and volume down worked for my tablet. Thanks for the suggestions!

[@CosticaKristianDiVogli]

Indeed!

[@palukuriyasaswinkumar1317]

Thank you very much with the help of this video my tab is again working

[@carolynlynch9079]

It worked! Power/volume down. Thank you so much!

[@pillred248]

Thank you very much. Your presentation is excellent and straight to the point. You saved me from wasting money buying a new tablet.

[@SUMMANA77]

This worked for my Galaxy Tab A as well...power button and volume down. Thanks so much!!

[@lorrainekayelao-estrella8831]

SUMMER JOHNSTON

[@newtrendzallnew5934]

how many seconds we should hold it

[@ryssaellen5994]

THANK YOU SO MUCH YOU HELPED BRING MY BABY BACK!!!

[@jayc3110]

Excellent demonstration... Thank you very much.

[@milkjpg]

Holding down the power button & the volume up button worked for me!! Thankyou so much for this!!

[@Tyler-zc5ln]

oh it did work I'm so happy now thanks!

[@dysonj3]

Tyler Gowdy yess. Same here. What a trick!

[@Jason-xr4qd]

Thank you so much, i was about to chuck mine out 🤩

[@kennedybates5226]

It’s not working for me because I can’t open it😾😾

[@sidraarif7746]

I hold down the power and volume buttons for few seconds and it turned on. Thank you! You've been a real help. I was about to take this to a store for fix.

[@juliapopushoi4942]

Hey!, what kind of watch are you using I like that band were are you get it from?

[@ChrisBoylan]

It was a first generation Samsung Gear watch. I don't wear it any more.

[@stizy24]

Thanks! You're the man

[@lucius_chiu]

THANK TOU

[@yamaoiki9]

OMG THANK YOU SO MUCH! My tablet wouldn't turn on when I pressed both the volume up button and the power at the same time. But when I pressed both the volume down button and the power button at the same time, it turned on!

[@sethbkk2954]

Thanks, this was totally saves my day..I used this to solve my A7.

[@alyssiaperezzz]

Thank you so much it worked

[@baileybunch]

Wow the power and volume button worked for me..Thank you :)

[@krishanbhalsod4750]

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[@alicialopez4286]

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[@afriquenabiso8926]

Didn't work for me

[@alyssaxrad]

Worked for me too! Very relieved.

[@sunshinetorres307]

God Bless you sir. 😊 I try the last step, and it works. 😊 Thank you.😊

[@otsilentseke9695]

I did the volume down+power button combo and it worked, the tablet is on and charging. Thank you for posting this

[@sameerasameera5253]

Can you help me fix red cross(x-mark) on battery icon

[@nathanescasa861]

Thank u so much

[@peanutman8279]

The power volume down worked! Thanks for the tip!

[@learningforfun2876]

Thank you so much for your inputs. I thought my tab will never start, but this worked wonderfully. Thanks a lot

[@olveiraricardo]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I WAS ABOUT TO CRY, I THOUGHT MY TABLET WAS BROKEN, OMG THANK YOU, YOU GET A LIKE

[@jamesprestonuk]

Thank you for this - my tablet lives again! :-)

[@afolabioluwoleabiodun6766]

The first option actually worked for my tab. I pressed the power button along with lower side of the volume button and the tab comes alive. Thanks for the assistance.

[@tintopuente4688]

Thank you. I followed your method of removing the SD card and then "holding the ON +Vol Down" buttons for 20 seconds and it worked. 👍

[@siewlanhan9625]

OMG THANK YOU I ALMOST CRY WHEN IT DOES NOT TURN ON 😄

[@romerodahlia]

thanks ima try this!!

[@MF-hu7dp]

Thank you so much you helped me

[@jungwonmyonlyone3063]

whenever i charge my tablet it would show the battery imagine but would not charge or open but after i tried to hold the volume up button and switch button for 10 seconds it started to charge and open!! IM SO HAPPY RIGHT NOW YOU SAVED MY LIFE MAN🤧💕💕

[@tiffanystorey6579]

thank you so much it work for my little girls tablet :)

[@erinf7713]

My dad did this and the entire tablet shattered

[@treyp1704]

Http_Erin 😂😂😂😂😂

[@moss1472]

Lmfaooo 😂

[@heavyboss8097]

Http_Erin lol

[@gavinmcchicken8171]

He said gentle😂😂😂

[@leesungrigava4696]

Thank you so much,,such an helping things

[@marcharlot]

I just did this. Its hard to get the cover off but it worked. I'm delighted. Thanks so much

[@vanessaalvarovlogs]

whooooopp.. it really works. i never try to fix a things like that but what the heck i need to try it.. thanks a lot!!!!!!!

[@Mai4Luv1]

it worked, thank u

[@lex_potatoes]

I was looking at your video and none of the methods worked. After a minute it started charging 😁 You are a life saviour 👍

[@zkomins]

Wow!! That actually worked on my Samsung tablet. Tablet would not charge, tried cleaning the port, switching cables/outlets. Did not work. Then I pressed power and down button for about 5 seconds and tablet came back on. Thanks!!!

[@stizy24]

It worked i havent used my tablet for 1 year thanks man!

[@MicahTheManiac]

If you are nervous about taking it apart, then I have a solution that only takes 24 hours, maybe a little longer... So yesterday I gave my old tablet a charge and nothing happened, just like in the video. I tried everything I could, and was putting off removing the back. This morning, I checked the tablet and, again, nothing. Tonight, about 12 hours later, I take another look and the screen is just flickering for a moment and then going out. I knew it was getting the power it needed, so I hold the power button and boom, it shows that it is charging! This could be a possible solution, but I'd say after around 24 hours (give yourself a little more for hope) then you should probably perform the procedure in the video. It saved me from buying a pry tool, but they are cheap so I'll probably buy one anyways.

[@starboy4059]

Where do you buy one of those tools? Can you send me a link please? Ty

[@sherrisejohnson900]

@@starboy4059 he said on amazon.com for the pry tool

[@garthmicro]

Holding the power button and the volume down button for about 20 seconds worked. Thanks a bunch!!

[@jenniferstratton9611]

Thank you. It worked! I thought I lost everything on my tablet. I'm doing the happy dance.