How to restart iphone x and later models

Restarting an iPhone X or later model involves a slightly different process compared to earlier models due to the absence of a physical Home button. Here’s how to restart an iPhone X, XS, XS Max, XR, 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max, 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro, or 13 Pro Max:

1. Press and Hold Side Button and Volume Button

To initiate the restart process, simultaneously press and hold the Side button (located on the right side of the device) and either volume button (either the volume up or volume down button) until the “slide to power off” slider appears on the screen.

2. Slide to Power Off

Once the slider appears, swipe it from left to right to power off your iPhone. Wait a few moments as the device shuts down completely.

3. Power On

After the iPhone has powered off completely, press and hold the Side button again until the Apple logo appears on the screen. Release the button and allow the device to boot up.

4. Wait for Restart

Your iPhone will go through the boot-up process, which may take a few seconds. Once the process is complete, you’ll be greeted with the lock screen or home screen, depending on your device’s settings.

5. Test Functionality

Once your iPhone has restarted, test its functionality to see if the issue you were experiencing has been resolved. Check for responsiveness, app performance, and any other specific issues you were encountering.

This process allows you to restart your iPhone X or later model without needing a physical Home button. It’s a simple yet effective troubleshooting step that can help resolve various software-related issues and refresh the device’s system. If you encounter persistent issues that restarting doesn’t resolve, you may need to explore further troubleshooting steps or seek assistance from Apple Support.