iphone 16 pro set up from iPhone 12

Trying to set up.

Software update done

Data transfer done

Reset Apple is password done

now ‘signing in’ (Apple logo in middle, coloured dots and app icons circling.

been stuck at this screen for 25 mins so far.

is this normal?

Posted on Aug 20, 2025 10:56 AM

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Aug 20, 2025 10:58 AM in response to lmcc_81

Force Restart your iPhone --> Force restart iPhone - Apple Support

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