Restarting a timer that has elapsed

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Restarting a timer that has elapsed

I used to use the command "restart timer" with Siri on my iPhone to repeat a timer that has elapsed. This was on iOS 14. After the upgrade to iOS 16, I get "There are no timers set." instead. Ditto for "repeat timer". This was a lot simpler than saying "Start timer for six and a half minutes" (or whatever duration I had before).

Is there a new command available to use instead of what I was using?

Can this behavior be restored to Siri on iPhone?

iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 16

Posted on Jan 22, 2023 12:27 PM

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Answer 1

Grace2211

Community Specialist

Jan 24, 2023 3:02 PM in response to MarkTheManiac

Hello MarkTheManiac,

We understand that Siri is not repeating a timer when asked. This appears to be unexpected behavior. In that case, we'd like to provide you with a few steps that may be able to help resolve this issue:

• Restart your iPhone. This may seem like a simple steps to take but it refreshed your device and your software:

"How to restart your iPhone X, 11, 12, 13, or later

Press and hold either volume button and the side button until the power-off slider appears.

The volume button is located on the left side of the device, and the side button is located on the right

2. Drag the slider, then wait 30 seconds for your device to turn off. If your device is frozen or unresponsive, force restart your device.

3. To turn your device back on, press and hold the side button (on the right side of your iPhone) until you see the Apple logo."

• Update your iPhone or iPad. Completing this step ensures that your device has the latest fixes. (Secure your data with a backup)

If the issue persists, we suggest that you reach out directly. You can follow this link to connect to them directly: Get Support

Take care!

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Answer 2

Jan 24, 2023 4:20 PM in response to Grace2211

I tried those - no change.

I did the support chat - got an issue submitted asking that the old behavior is restored in iOS 16.

Will see if this gets fixed....

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