iPhone 16 Plus won't charge with USB-C charger after iOS 18.5 update

It surely is not iOS 18.5

I conducted a thorough search of this forum using the term 'Won't Charge after iOS Update' and uncovered numerous posts detailing similar issues across various iOS updates. This suggests that iOS updates may not consistently be the root cause. Below are a handful of examples extracted from over 6,000 search results:

iphone 13 pro won't charge after ios 16.4.1 update

Re: iPhone 11 won't charge or sync after update to iOS 16

Iphone 6 Plus wont charge after update iOS 9.3

iPhone 5 won't charge after iOS 9 update

My iPhone won't charge after updating to iOS 12

iPhone doesn’t charge after iOS 17 update

Apple told me to take in to a Best Buy and have a technician look at it. He asked if I had updated to 18.5, which I replied yes. He said that’s the problem and there was not anything he could do to fix it. He said, I’d have to wait for a new update. That’s crazy

Hello,

You may have to check the charging port again (use a bright light and a toothpick):

Also try another cable. See this:

If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch won‘t charge

Good luck.

It's not always the iOS update's fault!  Many things can cause phone problems.  If you tell people you think it's an iOS update, it might make it harder to fix or find a solution for the real issue.

Remember, the right question often leads to the solution!

Was/Is your device Jailbroken? If that's the situation, please be informed that attributing the issues to iOS updates may not be accurate.

iOS updates aim to enhance user experience, boost security, and fix bugs rather than disrupt core features. The majority of the issues after updates might stem from underlying, unmentioned factors. Updates won't typically alter personal data but may refine settings or features. Backup before major updates for safety. Review Apple's update details and backup advice for a smooth process.

Kindly consider checking your settings and addressing any device issues before attributing the issue to external factors. This could be a pure coincidence that the iOS update affected the iPhone functions.

Before initiating a standard iOS update, it's advisable to create a backup. Have you completed this step? If yes, proceed with the restoration from the backup.

See what each update does: About iOS 18 Updates, About iOS 17 Updates, About iOS 16 Updates, About iOS 15 Updates, About iOS 14 Updates, About iOS 13 Updates, About iOS 12 Updates, and so on...

Search for accessories that have completed MFi certification. Once an accessory has completed MFi certification requirements and is reported to Apple as sold/distributed, it will be searchable in our public database of authorized Lightning, headset, charging, iAP-enabled, and Find My network-enabled accessories.

Learn how to identify counterfeit or uncertified Lightning-based accessories.

Follow these steps:

• Remove any debris from the charging port on the bottom of your device.
• Restart your iPhone or iPod touch.
• Try a different USB cable or charger.
• Make sure you have the latest version of iOS.

If your iPhone or iPod touch won't charge - Apple Support (IN)