What You’ll Need
- A computer with iTunes installed
- Your iPhone charging cable
Step 1: Connect Your iPhone to Your Computer
Take your iPhone charging cable and connect it to your computer’s USB port. Make sure to use a USB port directly on your computer instead of a USB hub for a stable connection.
Step 2: Open iTunes
Once your iPhone is connected to the computer, open the iTunes application. If you don’t have iTunes installed, you can download it from the official Apple website.
Step 3: Put Your iPhone into Recovery Mode
In order to turn on your iPhone without the button, you’ll need to put it into recovery mode. The steps to enter recovery mode vary depending on the iPhone model:
- For iPhone 8 or newer models: Quickly press and release the Volume Up button, then quickly press and release the Volume Down button. Finally, press and hold the Side button until the recovery mode screen appears.
- For iPhone 7 and 7 Plus: Press and hold the Side and Volume Down buttons together until the recovery mode screen appears.
- For iPhone 6s and earlier models: Press and hold the Home and Side (or Top) buttons together until the recovery mode screen appears.
Step 4: Update or Restore Your iPhone
Once your iPhone is in recovery mode, a window will pop up in iTunes asking if you want to Update or Restore your device. If you have a recent backup of your iPhone, choose Update to keep your data. If you don’t have a backup or want to start fresh, choose Restore. iTunes will then download and install the necessary software for your iPhone.
Step 5: Set Up Your iPhone
After the update or restore process is complete, you will be redirected to the iPhone setup screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your iPhone, including selecting your language, connecting to Wi-Fi, and signing in with your Apple ID. Finally, choose whether to restore from a backup or set up your iPhone as new, and you’re good to go!
Turning on an iPhone without the button is possible by following these simple steps. By connecting your device to iTunes and putting it into recovery mode, you can update or restore your iPhone to get it up and running. Remember to always take proper care of your iPhone’s buttons and seek professional help if they stop functioning. Now you can enjoy using your iPhone even when the button isn’t working!