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Screen difficult to touch to pick a function - top left and right side

I upgraded to iOS 15.6.1 and am suddenly unable to use the top left & right buttons ... I have to really press HARD to get the buttons to respond ... I am using iPhone 8

iPhone 8, iOS 15

Posted on Aug 24, 2022 3:32 PM

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Posted on Aug 25, 2022 1:07 AM

Restart your iPhone or iPad. Make sure that your screen is clean and free of any debris or water. Disconnect any Lightning or USB-C accessories. If your screen works after removing an accessory, try using a different outlet, cable, or charger.


If the screen isn't working on your iPhone or iPad

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Screen difficult to touch to pick a function - top left and right side

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