Sudden Black Screen and Charging Issue After Shutdown on iPhone 16 Pro: Is It a Hardware or Software Bug?

About 24 days into using my iPhone 16 Pro with only 5 battery cycles, I encountered a serious issue: After I manually shut down the device at a battery of 82%, it never turned back on despite trying all known methods to power it up.


I attempted all known force restart methods (volume up → volume down → hold power), but nothing worked. authorized Apple support team in my country couldn't either, so they connected it to their system and managed to reboot it, it passed all diagnostics showed no hardware or software issues.


However, after the reboot that the technicians did, a new problem appeared: the phone would no longer charge via the cable — only wireless charging worked. The Apple support team eventually resorted to a factory reset as a last step, which did resolve the issue. No hardware was replaced, but no explanation was given for either the black screen or the charging bug.


One technician mentioned that several other users had come in with the same issue on iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models that same day.


Has anyone else experienced this issue?


If so, do we know what the root cause might be?

Is this likely to be a hardware issue with the iPhone 16 Pro, or a bug in the iOS system?


Also, is there any way to guarantee that it won’t happen again?


Answers to some common questions others might ask:


  • iOS Version: The issue occurred while running iOS 18.4.1.
  • Always-On Display: I have never enabled the Always-On Display feature.
  • Physical Condition: The phone had no drops, no physical damage, no water exposure, and was not charging at the time the issue occurred.
  • Storage: My storage was not full or even close to full, so it’s unlikely the issue was related to memory overload.
  • Apple Diagnostics: Authorized Apple technicians ran a full diagnostic and found no hardware or software faults. They couldn’t identify a cause, but they did mention that several other users came in with the exact same issue on the same day.
  • Why I turned it off: I have a habit of switching off my phone if I’m not using it for over an hour. I wasn’t using it heavily before that and didn’t experience any glitches or issues leading up to it.


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iPhone 16 Pro, iOS 18

Posted on May 1, 2025 9:14 AM

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May 2, 2025 6:12 AM in response to KhaledMubarak99

Here are some common solutions you can attempt:


  1. The process shown in the Apple Video below may help



  1. You may try restoring as per the Apple Videos given below



  1. Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve temporary software glitches. Turn off your iPhone, wait for a few seconds, and then turn it back on.
    1. Restart the device. That's it.
    2. Still not solved --> Force restart iPhone - Apple Support
  2. Reset Network Settings: Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset Network Settings: Only network settings are removed.
    1. When you reset network settings, previously used networks and VPN settings that weren’t installed by a configuration profile or mobile device management (MDM) are removed. Wi-Fi is turned off and then back on, disconnecting you from any network you’re on. The Wi-Fi and Ask to Join Networks settings remain turned on.
    2. To remove VPN settings installed by a configuration profile, go to Settings > General > Profiles & Device Management, select the configuration profile, then tap Remove Profile. This also removes other settings and accounts provided by the profile. See Install or remove configuration profiles on iPhone in this guide.
    3. To remove network settings installed by MDM, go to Settings > General > Profiles & Device Management, select the management, then tap Remove Management. This also removes other settings and certificates provided by MDM. See “Mobile device management (MDM)” in the iOS Deployment Reference.
    4. Reset your Network Settings. Tap Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings. This also resets Wi-Fi networks and passwords, cellular settings, and VPN and APN settings that you've used before.
  3. If the issue persists, you can try resetting all settings on your iPhone. This will not erase your data but will reset all personalized settings to their default values. Go to Settings > General > Transfer & Reset > Reset > Reset All Settings and confirm the action. Note that you will need to reconfigure your settings afterward. All settings—including network settings, the keyboard dictionary, the Home screen layout, location settings, privacy settings, and Apple Pay cards—are removed or reset to their defaults. No data or media are deleted.
    1. Reset All Settings: Return iPhone settings to their defaults - Apple Support:- Return iPhone settings to their defaults
    2. You can return settings to their defaults without erasing your content.
    3. If you want to save your settings, back up your iPhone before returning them to their defaults. For example, if you’re trying to solve a problem but returning settings to their defaults doesn’t help, you might want to restore your previous settings from a backup.
  4. Make sure you have the latest updates installed.
    1. Update Over-the-Air (OTA) —> Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support (IN)
    2. Update using iTunes/Finder —> Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support (IN)
  5. Follow the Apple article to resolve the issue --> If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch won't turn on or is frozen ...
  6. If not resolved; please follow the steps in the following link for support with this issue: If your iOS device restarts or displays the Apple logo or a spinning gear unexpectedly
  7. Make sure you have the latest updates installed. Update using iTunes/Finder —> Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support (IN)
  8. You still see a black screen after charging, force restarting, following the steps in this article.
    1. You see a black screen, but you can hear alerts, sounds, and vibrations.
    2. The screen remains black, but the device chirps when you unmute it and connect it to power.
    3. Your screen is on, but it doesn't respond when you tap, slide, or try other gestures. 
    4. You can't force your device to restart because a button is broken or stuck.
    5. Your device is stuck on the Apple logo, displays a solid color, or isn't recognized in iTunes.
    6. Contact Apple Support to set up service if you have any of the above issues:
  9. Please follow the steps in the following Apple Video for support with this issue:



If none of the above steps resolve the issue, it is recommended to reach out to Apple Support or visit an authorized service center for further assistance. They can provide specific guidance based on your device model and iOS version.



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