iPhone SE apps and power down?

iPhone SE purchased a year ago will not allow me to open any apps and I am also unable to answer the phone, text or shut it down. I have already tried the remedy from four plus years ago to volume up, volume down, hold side button for up to 20 seconds plus and it does NOT work.


Please advise. Thank you.

Posted on Jan 24, 2026 5:11 AM

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Posted on Jan 24, 2026 6:10 AM

You need to have Apple perform diagnostics on your iPhone. It can be done in person at an Apple Retail Store or at an Apple Authorized Service Provider. You can also contact Apple Support and request remote diagnostics.


If you’re in the US, please call  1-800-MY-APPLE, or outside the US, consult the support articles below. In Canada, call 1-800-263-3394.


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Jan 24, 2026 6:10 AM in response to drplyoung

You need to have Apple perform diagnostics on your iPhone. It can be done in person at an Apple Retail Store or at an Apple Authorized Service Provider. You can also contact Apple Support and request remote diagnostics.


If you’re in the US, please call  1-800-MY-APPLE, or outside the US, consult the support articles below. In Canada, call 1-800-263-3394.


Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support


Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


Explore Service Locations


Official Apple Support

Jan 24, 2026 7:58 AM in response to drplyoung

Purchase Apple Products from the Apple Online Store, Apple Retail Stores, and many Apple-authorized resellers and wireless service providers.



If you have either dropped the device accidentally or exposed it to liquid or used it beyond acceptable temperature limits then…



Take your device to an Apple Retail Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider, or contact Apple Support:


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Contact Genius Bar.

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