How can I set my iPhone to turn on automatically at certain time?

Re: “… Ridiculous! …”

”Off” means “Off” (No major processing, no transmitting, no receiving) - although yes; some low-level background processes ARE still running.

If what you really desire is “mostly off” … suggest you might see if manipulation of Airplane Mode could meet your needs (w/ Mobile, WiFi, and Bluetooth all off)

Domsto wrote:

...I can’t figure out how to get it to turn on automatically.

I don't think any option exists to run Automation while the iPhone is in shut down condition.

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~Katana-San~

An understandable point of confusion.

Offline Finding works by using your phone’s intermittent bluetooth beacon; coupled with the GPS and FindMy network data transmission path of another iPhone.

(The intermittent beacon being one of those “low level” background processes previously mentioned)

Effectively, your phone is located in the same manner as an AirTag is located.

See more detail here:

Using Find My to locate missing Apple devices – Apple Support (AU)

You’re welcome.

There are definitely a lot of “moving pieces” in AppleWorld.

Trying to keep “up” w/ developments and helping users navigate the ecosystem is how we help folks.

Hello again ~ It is an Apple forum that we volunteer our time to help fellow members.

~Katana-San~