If your iPhone 12 Mini screen suddenly goes black and won’t turn on, it can be pretty alarming. But don’t panic just yet — this issue is often caused by a simple software crash and not a serious hardware problem.
Here’s what to do to bring your iPhone 12 Mini back to life.
1. Force Restart Your iPhone
Most black screen issues are due to a firmware crash. A force restart simulates a battery pull, refreshing your phone’s memory and restarting stuck system processes.
Here’s how to do it:
- Quickly press and release the Volume Up button.
- Quickly press and release the Volume Down button.
- Immediately press and hold the Side (Power) button for about 10 seconds.
If the Apple logo appears, release the button and let the device finish rebooting. That usually means the crash has been resolved.
2. Charge Your iPhone and Try the Force Restart Again
If the screen stays black and unresponsive, your battery might have completely drained — and the firmware could have crashed just before the shutdown.
Try this:
- Plug your iPhone into a working charger using the original Lightning cable.
- Leave it charging for at least 10 minutes, even if there’s no charging symbol.
- While still connected to power, force restart the phone again (follow the same steps as above).
If the Apple logo appears this time, you’re in the clear. Let it charge fully before using it.
Still No Response? Get It Checked
If your iPhone 12 Mini still doesn’t turn on after trying the steps above — and you’re sure there’s no physical or water damage — it’s time to contact Apple Support or visit a nearby Apple Store or Authorized Service Provider.
There could be a hardware issue with the screen, battery, or logic board that needs professional inspection.
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