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iPhone X's Firmware Corrupt?

Hey everyone,

So, I've grabbed my iPhone X out of a drawer again, it's been probably 3 years since I've last used it. I've tried restoring it, and iTunes hung at the "Restoring Firmware" Part, and iTunes stopped responding. Then after 3 hours iTunes was still unresponsive, and the iPhone still wasn't finished. So, I've yanked out the cable, and tried restoring it again. Now it does not start anymore.

My question is:

Is the Firmware, aka BIOS, bricked? I've tried everything, from Force restarting, to contacting Apple Support. Nothing helped.

Can anybody help me with that?

Thanks in Advance.

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Posted on Feb 2, 2023 12:36 AM

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Posted on Feb 2, 2023 12:52 AM

Try to connect it in Recovery Mode, as explained in this article:

If you can't update or restore your iPhone or iPod touch - Apple Support

In case restoring the iPhone does stops again during the process, your iPhone hardware might be defective.

Also make sure to use the original Apple USB cable.

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Feb 2, 2023 12:52 AM in response to Edn1987Volvo

Try to connect it in Recovery Mode, as explained in this article:

If you can't update or restore your iPhone or iPod touch - Apple Support

In case restoring the iPhone does stops again during the process, your iPhone hardware might be defective.

Also make sure to use the original Apple USB cable.

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Feb 2, 2023 1:10 AM in response to Edn1987Volvo

Apple will replace it for a fee, given as an iPhone X it is well out of warranty.

Your best bet is to take it in to be examined and they will tell you your options.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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Feb 2, 2023 1:01 AM in response to Edn1987Volvo

Does it still charge, when connected to your computer?

Getting the iPhone diagnosed by visiting an Authorized Apple Service Provider next to your place, would be the next step:

Apple - Find Locations

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Feb 2, 2023 2:12 AM in response to Edn1987Volvo

Consider buying a new iPhone, since the replacement fee will be almost as high as the price for a new one.

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copied from: iPhone Repair & Service - Apple Support

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Feb 2, 2023 12:58 AM in response to Ingo2711

I've tried that. I believe I've just messed up the BIOS. It will not start, no matter what.

Can I fix it in any way?

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Feb 2, 2023 1:05 AM in response to Ingo2711

Nope, doesn't charge. And the Apple-authorized Store I visited said, that It's bricked.

Will Apple replace it? Or do I need to buy a new iPhone?

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Feb 2, 2023 1:14 AM in response to Dogcow-Moof

Ok, thank you.

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Feb 2, 2023 2:14 AM in response to Ingo2711

Ok, but I'll buy one second hand.

Thanks for the advice.

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Feb 2, 2023 2:48 AM in response to Edn1987Volvo

You're welcome 🙂

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