Modern smartphones, such as the iPhone, come with advanced safety features, including the SOS mode. This function lets users swiftly call for emergency help by pressing the side button repeatedly. Although SOS mode is an essential safety tool, users might find themselves in situations where their iPhone unexpectedly gets stuck in this mode.
Stuck in the SOS mode? This article discusses four methods to help you get your iPhone from the SOS mode.
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Why iPhone is stuck in SOS mode?
When an iPhone gets stuck in emergency SOS mode, it’s usually because of certain actions we’ve taken. For instance, pressing the volume up and down buttons alongwith the power button can accidentally trigger SOS mode. Similarly, attempts to refresh or root the iPhone may also lead to it getting stuck in emergency SOS mode.
How to get your iPhone out of SOS mode?
Here are four ways to help you get your iPhone out of the SOS mode:
Force Restart
- Press and quickly release the volume up button.
- Press and quickly release the volume down button.
- Press and hold the side button.
- When the Apple logo appears, release the side button.
Put the phone on charge and force restart
Another potential solution to resolve an iPhone stuck in Emergency SOS is to charge it. Follow the steps mentioned above to force restart your iPhone, and then keep the iPhone plugged in for over an hour. Strangely enough, providing extra battery power appears to assist the iPhone in getting out of SOS mode.
Use third-party software
You can explore third-party software solutions designed specifically to solve iPhone problems. Consider using trustworthy software such as Fixppo, specifically designed to troubleshoot and resolve issues like an iPhone stuck in SOS mode. Ensure the software is compatible with your device, and carefully follow the instructions to resolve the problem.
Contact Apple support
If nothing else works and your iPhone is still stuck in SOS mode, reaching out to Apple Support or heading to an Apple Store for extra help is best. There could be a problem with the hardware that requires a professional to look and fix.
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