lately I’ve been seeing this blue symbol at the top of my iPhone…what is it and can I get rid of it permanently? I can turn it off temporarily, but it comes right back in a few minutes.
iPhone 15 Plus, iOS 18
Syncing. iPhone is syncing with your computer. See Sync your iPhone with other devices.
Network activity. Shows that there’s network activity. Some third-party apps may also use it to show an active process. See Connect to the internet.
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That symbol (gear icon with circular arrows) implies a software update in progress. ⚙️🔄
All the best! 👋🏼😉
Smiliñ 😎 Brian
Thank you! Very helpful to know this!
Blue symbol at top of iPhone keeps reappearing
