Iphone 13 NFC Reader malfunctions after updating ios 18.5

After Updating to IOS 18.5, it seems like the NFC within the phone is not working. When using Apple Pay, my phone can’t not pay time to time. If anyone could help that would be greatful!

iPhone 13, iOS 18

Posted on Jun 5, 2025 12:11 PM

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Posted on Jun 5, 2025 1:30 PM

I would contact Apple Support and they can do remote diagnostics on your phone to check for hardware errors, or you can go into the nearest Apple Store. See this for contacting Apple Support.


Thanks to ASC User Lawrence Finch


Best Way

Install the Apple Support app on your iPhone or iPad - you can contact support directly from the app, and the tech will have (with your permission) access to diagnostic data on your phone


Other options:

(Note that both of the above have options to receive a callback or chat)


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Jun 5, 2025 1:30 PM in response to Kyrell619

I would contact Apple Support and they can do remote diagnostics on your phone to check for hardware errors, or you can go into the nearest Apple Store. See this for contacting Apple Support.


Thanks to ASC User Lawrence Finch


Best Way

Install the Apple Support app on your iPhone or iPad - you can contact support directly from the app, and the tech will have (with your permission) access to diagnostic data on your phone


Other options:

(Note that both of the above have options to receive a callback or chat)


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Iphone 13 NFC Reader malfunctions after updating ios 18.5

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