I can’t open the Messages app after updating to iOS 18

I can’t open my messages app. It just shows a black screen. Or it will open and show black screen then kick me out the app.

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iPhone 14 Plus, iOS 18

Posted on Sep 21, 2024 1:44 PM

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1 reply

Zachyy

Level 7

20,141 points

Sep 21, 2024 1:49 PM in response to kamayaa

Perhaps you should try a force reset on your iPhone ⇢

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 side button.

⇢ Force restart iPhone - Apple Support

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