How to Fix ‘iPhone is Stuck on the Apple logo’ Issue – Guide

iOS 15 is now available, and many iPhone users have already installed the update. However, some have experienced issues such as the “update requested screen” getting stuck or their device displaying an Apple logo.

If your iPhone is stuck on the Apple logo, it’s likely due to an incomplete update. Fortunately, there are several ways to fix this issue.

No matter how many tips you find online, there’s no surefire way to fix an iPhone with a white screen or stuck on the Apple logo. However, some troubleshooting steps may help revive your device. Here are a few tips to try:

Force restart your iPhone

Resetting an iPhone can help fix certain issues, but the method of doing so varies depending on the model.

iPhone 6S, iPhone SE (1st generation) and earlier

Press and hold the Home and sleep/wake buttons until the Apple logo appears, then release both.

iPhone 8, iPhone SE (2nd generation) and later

Press and hold the side button on your phone until the Apple logo appears. Then, in order to avoid sending a text message to your SOS contacts, press and release the volume up button followed by the volume down button.

The screen may blink during the reset phase, but it should turn off and restart normally. In most cases, this will resolve any issues; however, there may be exceptions.

Reinstall iOS

If your phone isn’t responding to a hard reset, reinstalling iOS may be the solution. This could be due to an interrupted update that caused damage to the operating system.

Connecting your iPhone to a computer is the key to force restarting it. For macOS Catalina 10.15 users, open Finder and locate your device. For macOS Mojave 10.14 or earlier, open iTunes and look for your phone. Follow the instructions on-screen until you see the recovery mode screen with a computer icon, then continue holding the buttons involved in the process until it restarts.

Choose the Update option when presented with update or restore options - this will allow your computer to download and reinstall iOS without deleting any of your data.

Use system repair programs

If the first two attempts to fix an iPhone 11 issue have been unsuccessful, users may want to try a paid or free system repair program such as Fixppo. These programs can help resolve issues like when the Apple logo becomes stuck on the device’s screen. Other iOS system recovery options include Dr. Fone, TunesKit, Tenorshare Reiboot, iMyFone and FonePaw.

Perform a factory reset

If your iPhone won’t power up, a factory reset may be the answer. However, this will erase all data from the device. To avoid losing any information, it’s best to have a backup of your phone or computer files and iCloud data. Without one, you’ll lose everything when you reset the phone.

If you’ve tried all other solutions to fix your device, a factory reset may be the answer. To do this, enter recovery mode and select the option ‘Restore to your computer’ instead of ‘Update’.

DFU restoration

DFU mode can help your iPhone recover from serious issues. Connect your device to a computer using an Apple-approved USB cable, then follow the steps to initiate DFU mode and overwrite incomplete software and firmware with new code.

iPhone 6S, iPhone SE (1st generation) and earlier models

Press and hold the Sleep/Wake and Home buttons simultaneously to power off your device.

Press and hold the Sleep/Wake and Home buttons for eight seconds, then release the Sleep/Wake button. Keep holding the Home button.

Maintain control of the Home button until your iPhone is successfully detected by your computer.

iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus

To unlock your iPhone, press and hold the side button and either volume button for eight seconds.

Press and hold the Side Button and Low Volume Button simultaneously.

Mute your computer until it recognizes your smartphone.

iPhone 8, iPhone SE (2nd generation) and later models

Press the volume up button, then release it quickly, followed by the same action with the low volume button.

Press the side button of your phone and hold it to bring up a black screen. Then, press and hold the volume down button.

Press and hold both the side and volume down buttons for five seconds, then release the side button while continuing to hold the volume down button.

Do as your computer tells you: heed the instructions it displays.

Repair at an Apple Store

If your iPhone isn’t working properly, it’s time to get it fixed. If the device is still under warranty, Apple will cover repairs at no cost unless there is physical damage. Repairs may also uncover hardware issues such as a damaged logic board that needs to be replaced.

Final note

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