iPhone won't charge via cable after iOS 26.5.1 update

My Iphone updated to IOS 26.5.1, which was supposed to fix an issue with wired charging (I didn't have that issue previously)....now I do, the phone will not charge via a wire. Has anyone else had this issue and or resolved it?




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Original Title: IOS 26.5.1 update 

Posted on Jun 9, 2026 6:40 AM

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Posted on Jun 9, 2026 6:45 AM

The update addressed a bug that prevented an iPhone from charging when it was nearly dead or dead. If you are having trouble with charging outside of that, it is likely unrelated.


Because the charging port is very durable and is rare for it to break, there rather may be lint or debris within the charging port. Use a flashlight with a wooden toothpick—not metal—to carefully clean the port out. Also, have you tried different cables/adapters and outlets? Try that, and also ensure it is Apple-certified. If none of the outlets work in your house, it would be an electrical wiring issue.

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Jun 9, 2026 6:45 AM in response to nitro33

The update addressed a bug that prevented an iPhone from charging when it was nearly dead or dead. If you are having trouble with charging outside of that, it is likely unrelated.


Because the charging port is very durable and is rare for it to break, there rather may be lint or debris within the charging port. Use a flashlight with a wooden toothpick—not metal—to carefully clean the port out. Also, have you tried different cables/adapters and outlets? Try that, and also ensure it is Apple-certified. If none of the outlets work in your house, it would be an electrical wiring issue.

Jun 9, 2026 6:54 AM in response to nitro33

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