The technology behind the iPhone it changes constantly, however it is not uncommon to come across an older model that is still perfectly functional, even if it can no longer be updated to the latest versions of iOS.
As those who are very fond of will remember Applein old smartphones there was the Home buttonto be used to unlock the device and access the various features.
A button that has now disappeared but is still used in older devices and which, for this very reason, may no longer work properly and cause some problems. Solving without having to change the button is possible, let’s see how.
Calibrate the Home button
In some cases, a slow response from the Home button may be due to a software issue. To solve the problem you just need to calibrate the button.
Doing it is simple, just open any default app and hold down the power button until the writing appears Swipe to turn off.
At this point, just release the shutdown button and press the Home button. After a few seconds the app will close automatically and, if everything went as it should, the button should be calibrated and working.
Realign the component
Wear and continuous pressing of the button in question could lead to a door misalignment.
If this were to happen, that’s it connect the charging cable and gently push down on the connector, so that it pushes the back of the Home button up.
At the same time, you need to press the button as if you wanted to unlock the phone and then apply pressure in the opposite direction, so as to realign everything.
Clean the button
It too dirty could affect the correct operation of the Home buttonblocking the regular movement of the component.
When this happens, just buy some98-99% isopropyl alcohol or any other smartphone cleaning product and, using a cotton swab or tissue, gently clean the button.
Once this is done, you need to repeatedly press the button so as to “unlock” it and allow the liquid to penetrate inside (but without exaggerating with the quantities).
Finally you have to let dry naturally for 10 or 15 minutes.
Use the Home button on the screen
If the solutions illustrated up to this point have not given any results, it is possible to use one last trick which, at least temporarily, could avoid taking the device for assistance.
The option is enable the Home button on the screenso as to display a virtual button on the iPhone display.
To do this just go up Settingstap on Generalare Accessibility and finally on the card Assisted touch.
Here you need to select the Activate option Assistive Touch which will make a small circle appear on the screen which will have the task of simulating the Home button and, clearly, all the functions connected to it.
Furthermore this virtual key can be moved and positioned anywhere on the display, so as not to hinder the user.
Replace the button
If none of the options listed so far work, you will obviously have to opt for the replacement of Home button.
Since this is a component present on iPhones that are now rather obsolete, they will certainly no longer be under warranty and therefore, also the repairs at Apple centers must be paid by the user.
Alternatively you can opt for one home repairpurchasing the component on the web from one of the certified sites and following one of the tutorial su YouTube to independently carry out the replacement. Nothing too complex but, clearly, you need to have a lot of manual skills.
As just said, iPhones with a Home button are no longer so recent and before taking the device in for assistance or opting for a home repair it is best to evaluate whether it is worth repairing the device or whether it is more convenient buy a newer model.
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