iPhone 13 touchscreen unresponsive while texting and inserts random characters

I will reply to a text or start a text, then the screen stops responding to input. No matter how many times I tap a letter it will not respond. Sometimes it will insert spaces or different letters or emoji’s without my input. Will also scroll up on its own randomly..


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Original Title: Touch screen unresponsive while texting and also types random letters and emojis. What would cause this? I have an IPhone 13 and it’s updated .

Posted on Aug 18, 2025 9:24 AM

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Posted on Aug 30, 2025 1:33 PM

In addition to Lawrence's advice, you may have a failing screen (digitizer). Make an appointment at the Genius Bar to have it diagnosed.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


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