restart iphone with laptop

my iphone screen will not let me touch anything on my screen

iPhone XR, iOS 17

Posted on Dec 24, 2023 4:04 PM

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Posted on Dec 24, 2023 4:15 PM

You cannot restart the iPhone from a laptop or computer.


Try a Forced Restart on the phone. This does not require that the screen be touched. Follow the instructions very carefully, as this is a bit tricky. You may need to repeat this several times.


Force restart iPhone - Apple Support


There are only 2 possible results when you perform a Forced Restart:


1) The phone returns to normal operation.....or.....


2) There is a hardware problem with the phone that will need attention at the Apple Store (make an appointment) or take the phone to an authorized Apple Service shop.


You can find a list of authorized service shops in your area using the link just below:


Find Locations



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Dec 24, 2023 4:15 PM in response to aniyaaa5ty

You cannot restart the iPhone from a laptop or computer.


Try a Forced Restart on the phone. This does not require that the screen be touched. Follow the instructions very carefully, as this is a bit tricky. You may need to repeat this several times.


Force restart iPhone - Apple Support


There are only 2 possible results when you perform a Forced Restart:


1) The phone returns to normal operation.....or.....


2) There is a hardware problem with the phone that will need attention at the Apple Store (make an appointment) or take the phone to an authorized Apple Service shop.


You can find a list of authorized service shops in your area using the link just below:


Find Locations



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