Hi there! I'm Adrian, and I've been a tech enthusiast for as long as I can remember. I've always been fascinated by the ever-evolving world of gadgets, especially smartphones. Over the years, I've owned and tinkered with countless iPhones, exploring every nook and cranny of their software and hardware. Troubleshooting is my specialty – I love a good puzzle and finding clever workarounds. So, whether you're facing a common issue or something a bit more unique with your iPhone, I'm here to help guide you through it.

Let's talk about turning off your iPhone without using the power button. While the power button is the most straightforward way to shut down your device, there are a few alternative methods you can use, especially if your power button is malfunctioning. Here's a breakdown of the options:

1. Using AssistiveTouch

* AssistiveTouch is an accessibility feature that provides a virtual button on your screen, allowing you to perform various actions, including turning off your iPhone. Here's how to enable and use it:

* Enable AssistiveTouch:
* Go to Settings > Accessibility > Touch > AssistiveTouch.
* Toggle on AssistiveTouch. A small, square button will appear on your screen.
* Turn Off Your iPhone:
* Tap the AssistiveTouch button.
* Tap Device.
* Tap and hold the Lock Screen icon until the "slide to power off" slider appears.
* Slide the slider to the right to turn off your iPhone.

**2. Using the "Shut Down" Option in Settings**

* iOS offers a built-in option to shut down your iPhone directly from the Settings app:

* Go to Settings > General.
* Scroll down to the bottom and tap Shut Down.
* The "slide to power off" slider will appear. Slide it to the right to turn off your iPhone.


Important Notes:

* Charging Your iPhone: If your iPhone is completely drained, you won't be able to use these software methods to turn it off. Connect it to a power source first.
* Force Restart: If your iPhone is unresponsive or frozen, a force restart can help. However, keep in mind that this should be used as a last resort, as it could potentially lead to data loss if interrupted:
* On iPhone 8 and later: Quickly press and release the Volume Up button, then the Volume Down button, and finally press and hold the Side button until the Apple logo appears.
* On iPhone 7 and 7 Plus: Press and hold both the Side button and the Volume Down button until the Apple logo appears.
* On iPhone 6s and earlier: Press and hold both the Home button and the Sleep/Wake (Power) button until the Apple logo appears.

I hope this information helps you successfully turn off your iPhone without the power button! If you have any further questions or encounter any issues, feel free to ask!

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You can turn off your iPhone even if the lock button is broken, too. To do so, tap the grey accessibility button, tap device and then tap and hold Lock Screen. This will bring up the usual power off screen so you can then slide to power off.read more >>