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Software Update IOS 16.4.1

i updated my software to the latest version on my iPhone 12, but the confirmation notification won’t disappear when i press “ok”. is there anything i can do to make the notification go away? i can’t get into my phone.

iPhone 12, iOS 16

Posted on May 9, 2023 12:54 PM

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Posted on May 9, 2023 1:08 PM

Try a forced restart.


• Press and quickly release the volume up button

• Press and quickly release the volume down button

• Press and hold the side button.

• When the Apple logo appears, release the button.


Force restart iPhone - Apple Support (IN)


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Software Update IOS 16.4.1

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