How do I fix a sticky home button?

The home button on my 4th gen. iPod touch has become difficult to press. Is there any way I can fix it?

iPod touch

Posted on Jan 30, 2013 1:51 PM

Reply
1 reply

Jan 30, 2013 2:46 PM in response to mikefromhampden

Try:

fix for Home button

iPhone Home Button Not Working or Unresponsive? Try This Fix

- If you have iOS 5 and later you can turn on Assistive Touch it add the Home and other buttons to the iPods screen. Settings>General>Accessibility>Assistive Touch

- If not under warranty Apple will exchange your iPod for a refurbished one for:

Apple - Support - iPod - Repair pricing

You can do it an an Apple store by:

Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

or sent it in to Apple. See:

Apple - Support - iPod - Service FAQ

- There are third-party places like the following that will repair the Home button. Google for more.

iPhone Repair, Service & Parts: iPod Touch, iPad, MacBook Pro Screens

This thread has been closed by the system or the community team. You may vote for any posts you find helpful, or search the Community for additional answers.

How do I fix a sticky home button?

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.