The Geek Bar fans of the world have been waiting for the company to release a device in the popular new two-part format, and that device is finally here in the form of the Geek Bar Mate. The Geek Bar Mate has two sections: a disposable pod with its own small internal battery and a reusable dock that controls the device and charges the pod. The design saves you money because you only need to buy the dock once, and it also allows you to vape in two different ways because you can use the pod with or without the dock.
The two-part design of the Geek Bar Mate introduces some major benefits, but it also has a potential drawback in that the charging procedure is more complicated. You use your computer or another USB power source to charge the dock, and you use the dock to charge the battery in the pod. So, if your Geek Bar Mate isn’t charging, that means you have to look at two things rather than one. Here’s what you need to do.
Find the Source of the Problem
Before you can troubleshoot a Geek Bar Mate that isn’t charging, you need to know which part of the device is causing the problem. Here’s how to do it.
- Connect the Geek Bar Mate dock to a USB power source such as your computer. If the dock’s battery isn’t fully charged already, the screen should light up and display a charging indicator. If that doesn’t happen, scroll to “Geek Bar Mate Dock Not Charging” below.
- Connect the Geek Bar Mate pod to the dock. The screen should light up to confirm that the pod is connected. If that doesn’t happen, scroll to “Geek Bar Mate Pod Not Charging” below.
Geek Bar Mate Dock Not Charging
If your Geek Bar Mate dock isn’t charging, the troubleshooting process is much the same as it would be for any other disposable vape because it charges through a USB port. Follow this simple process to get your device working.
- Replace the USB cable. Like most disposable vapes, the Geek Bar Mate doesn’t come with its own cable. That means you’ll need to use your own cable, and it’s possible that the cable you’re using is old and has reliability issues.
- Connect the dock to a different power source. The Geek Bar Mate dock should always charge successfully through a computer, but wall adapters can be a little spotty. If you want to use a wall adapter, it should have an output of 5 volts and 1 amp.
- Clean the dock’s USB-C port. Dust and lint can block the metal contacts and prevent charging. You can remove contaminants with a toothpick.
Geek Bar Mate Pod Not Charging
Here’s where the Geek Bar Mate diverges from other disposable vapes because of its two-part design. If the dock is working normally but the pod isn’t charging, here’s what you need to do.
- Wiggle the pod gently. Since the edge of the Geek Bar Mate pod is slightly rounded, it’s possible that all of the charging pins aren’t making proper contact. You should also try removing the pod and reconnecting it.
- Check the charging connections. Remove the pod and make sure that the spring-loaded pins bounce back when you press on them. If any of the pins are stuck, wiggle them gently to loosen them.
- Clean the charging connections. It’s possible that the Geek Bar Mate pod isn’t charging because the contacts are dirty. You can clean them with a cotton swab. If the contacts are especially dirty, moisten the cotton swab with a very small amount of rubbing alcohol.
If you’re unable to get your Geek Bar Mate pod to start charging by following the steps above, it’s likely that the pod is faulty and needs to be replaced. It might be worthwhile to buy an entirely new Geek Bar Mate kit, since that would give you both a new pod and a new dock.
When you shop, always do your best to ensure that you’re buying authentic pods. Even the top Geek Bar wholesale stores are struggling to keep this product in stock due to its extreme popularity, and that opens the door for counterfeit products to creep in. As you can probably imagine, fake Geek Bar Mate pods are especially likely to have charging problems.
Geek Bar Mate Battery Draining Fast? Here’s What to Know
Many people have mentioned online that the Geek Bar Mate battery seems to drain quickly in comparison to other disposable vapes. If you’ve encountered that situation, it’s important for you to understand how this device works because the two-part design of the Geek Bar Mate makes it very different from other disposable vapes.
The fact that the Geek Bar Mate pod has an internal battery means that you can use it as a standalone vape without leaving it connected to the dock on a full-time basis. That’s a great feature if you’re looking for a miniature vape that you can throw into your pocket if you’re stepping out for a walk or running a short errand.
It’s important to understand, though, that the battery capacity of the Geek Bar Mate pod is just 200 mAh. That means it’s good for a few dozen puffs or so before the battery dies. The pod isn’t really meant to be used by itself on a full-time basis.
Here’s the best strategy to use if you want to have the best possible experience with the Geek Bar Mate and ensure that the battery won’t die unexpectedly.
- Stepping out for a little while and don’t want to carry much? You can go ahead and bring just the pod. The battery should be sufficient for an hour or two of use.
- Going out for a longer time and want to make sure your battery won’t die? Bring both the pod and the dock. You’ll want to have the dock available in case the pod’s battery dies.