iPhone 13 Mini dead after iOS18 Update - SOLVED

I tried the up/down/hold side button down 15-20 times to power on. I could not get the charge lightning bolt to show no matter what. Finally I used my iPad 15W charger and got it after 24 hours of relentless trying. I was able to get power!!!!! Then I went ahead and turned on/off optimized battery charging/clean charging/ and background app refresh! I never had a backup to iCloud so this was my #1 priority. I bought a new phone hoping I could return it within 14 days and solve my issue. Now I am in progress of restoring and finally the phone is charging! Hope this helps!

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