I am unable to shut off my iPhone using the screen or the up/down side button

I cannot shut off the phone using the screen or the up/down side buttons






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iPhone 12 mini, iOS 17

Posted on Jul 29, 2024 7:14 AM

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Posted on Jul 29, 2024 7:19 AM

Perform a Forced Restart on the phone. 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, if the screen is still frozen


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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Jul 29, 2024 7:19 AM in response to Hors_211_420

Perform a Forced Restart on the phone. 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, if the screen is still frozen


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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