Apple iPhone XS
What issues are you experiencing?
Power
- charging very slowly or unable to complete charging
- What to do if your Apple iPhone XS won’t turn on?
- shuts down and won’t turn on
- battery draining so quickly
- battery draining issue
- Won't turn on or unresponsive
- Won’t charge or charging very slow
- Turned off and got stuck on a black screen
- Heating up so fast, overheating
Internet & Network
- Poor WiFi reception
- WiFi keeps dropping on Apple iPhone XS. Here’s how to fix it…
- won’t connect to wifi at work
- How to fix an Apple iPhone XS that keeps disconnecting from Apple Airpods after updating iOS [Troubleshooting Guide]
- How to fix an Apple iPhone XS data connection that keeps disrupted after installing iOS 12.1.4 update [Troubleshooting Guide]
- How to fix an Apple iPhone XS that keeps losing cellular signal after updating to iOS 12.1.4
- How to fix an Apple iPhone XS that keeps disconnecting from Wi-Fi network after installing iOS 12.1.4 update
- How to insert / remove SIM card
- won’t sync to car Bluetooth
- Use iPhone XS as mobile hotspot
- Won’t pair or connect to a Bluetooth accessory
- Cellular data not working
- How to fix an Apple iPhone XS that won’t connect or pair with Apple Watch [Troubleshooting Guide]
- Cannot receive emails through Mail app
- Keeps showing No Service error
- WiFi is slow and keeps disconnecting
Camera
- How to take photos in portrait mode
- How to take screenshots
- camera turns black or freezing
- Camera Has Black Spot
- Out-of-focus and blurry camera
- Camera keeps closing by itself after iOS 12
- iPhone XS Face ID not working
- How to screenshot on iPhone XS Max
Operating System
- Different ways to factory reset iPhone XS
- Fix Apple iPhone XS that keeps restarting and got stuck on Apple logo
- How to fix lagging and freezing problems on your Apple iPhone XS
- How to fix Siri that suddenly stops working on your Apple iPhone XS after updating to iOS 12.1.4 [Troubleshooting Guide]
- apps went missing after installing new iOS update
- iPhone XS is disabled. Connect to iTunes
- How to fix an Apple iPhone XS that won’t backup with iTunes
- How to fix iTunes unknown error 9, iPhone XS could not be restored
- How to fix an Apple iPhone XS that’s stuck on black screen after installing iOS 12.1.4 update
- randomly freezing and crashing after updating iOS
- suddenly gets stuck on the Apple logo
- suddenly keep crashing after updating iOS
- Face ID Not Working
- iTunes error 0xE on iPhone XS
- Won't connect to App Store
- gets stuck on the Apple logo
- How to fix iTunes error 53
- failed to restore or update in iTunes on Windows
- becomes unresponsive after installing an iOS update
- stuck on Recovery Mode, couldn’t get past the recovery screen
- unable to check for update error
- Freezes and won’t power down
- Keeps crashing, shutting down randomly
- Got stuck on black screen of death
- Overheating or gets too hot quickly
- cannot update iOS, system update failed
Calls & Texts
- How to make conference call on iOS 12
- Messages stopped working on Apple iPhone XS after iOS 12.2 update
- How to fix Visual Voicemail that stops working on Apple iPhone XS after updating to iOS 12.1.4 [Troubleshooting Guide]
- Apple iPhone XS won’t send SMS. Here’s what you should do to fix it…
- How to fix poor sound quality during calls
- Visual Voicemail is not working
- Cannot make phone calls
- Cannot receive phone calls
- Caller ID not working
- Speaker is not working during calls
- iMessage not working properly
- iMessage “Waiting for Activation” error
- iMessage that is not working
- unable to make phone calls
Audio
- sound notifications stops working after an update
- microphone problems, microphone not working
- stuck on headphone mode, speakers not working
- iPhone XS that has no sound
- distorted sound during phone calls
- Sound is distorted when using Facetime
- Buzzing speaker, inaudible sound output
Applications
- Youtube started to keep crashing
- Facebook App Keeps Crashing
- Skype connection errors
- cannot uninstall apps after iOS 12.1.2 update
- Amazon Shopping app not loading properly
- Spotify keeps crashing, doesn’t load properly
- WhatsApp Messenger keeps crashing
- How to fix Netflix app that keeps crashing
- How to delete apps on iPhone XS
- Apple Books/iBooks Store is not working
- How to close apps on iPhone XS
- Twitter app that keeps crashing, not loading properly
- Safari app keeps prompting Forbidden (403) Error
- AirDrop that suddenly stopped working after installing an iOS update
- Facebook not working properly
- Apps constantly freeze and crash
- How to enable landscape mode when broadcasting Facebook Live
- How to fix Gmail app that keeps crashing
- Messenger keeps crashing
- Pandora app keeps crashing
- Facebook keeps on crashing
- Won’t connect to App Store
- Can’t install or download apps
- Whatsapp the keeps crashing
- Gmail app that keeps crashing
Screen
- Responding to touch inputs very slowly
- keeps asking for screen time password
- screen is unresponsive
- stuck on black or blank screen
- screen burn-in and green lines
- Screen keeps on flickering
- Shows some dead pixels on the screen
Storage
- How to remove SIM card from iPhone XS
- photos went missing after updating iOS
- How to free up some storage space
- Where to find pictures taken
- Not enough space for some apps
Recent Guides
How to fix an Apple iPhone XS that suddenly keeps losing signal, signal dropping [Troubleshooting Guide]
One of the problems seen on both old and new devices is on signal dropping. It’s when the device couldn’t establish a stable connection from the cell tower due to some signal barriers, signal interference, or poor reception. In case you will bump into the same problem on your new iPhone XS, I’ve outlined some
How to Use Apple iPhone XS as Mobile Hotspot?
This post demonstrates a step-by-step guide on how set up a Personal Hotspot or Mobile Hotspot on your new iPhone XS device. Read on to learn more. Prior electronic devices were designed to perform specific, single task but today’s smartphones are already capable of rendering more. Smartphones are basically programmed to be clever and advanced
How to fix an Apple iPhone XS that’s randomly freezing and crashing after updating iOS [Troubleshooting Guide]
Installing the latest software update for your iPhone is recommended despite the risk of having a problematic device afterwards. Generally, software updates are rolled out to serve good purposes like bringing in new features, enhanced functions and fix patches for security enhancements. But there are just some factors that can turn these update benefits into
How to fix an Apple iPhone XS that poor WiFi reception, weak or unstable WiFi signal issue [Troubleshooting Guide]
Seldom will you hear of a new smartphone to have early issues except for network-related symptoms. Many factors can trigger network problems to occur in both old and new smartphones, therefore such problems are deemed inevitable. The transpiring symptoms may also vary depending on the underlying cause. Possible triggers would include but not limited to
How to fix an iPhone XS Max with blurry camera issue
Hello iPhone fans! Today’s troubleshooting article will answer a few of reported issues for the iPhone XS Max. The main issue addressed in this post will be about iPhone XS blurry camera issue. We plan on posting more of the same article in the coming days so be sure to check out this blog from
What to do if your Apple iPhone XS won’t pair or connect to a Bluetooth accessory? [Troubleshooting Guide]
With Bluetooth technology, you can make hands-free calls on a headset while driving your car, listen to music on wireless speakers, typing through wireless keyboards, or print documents in another room. All these and more can be achieved from simply enabling Bluetooth feature on your new iPhone XS and then get it paired with your
How to fix iMessage that is not working on your iPhone XS, messages not delivered, scrambled or out of order
Apple’s instant messaging system, iMessage is a free service that doesn’t use the data limits set by a Telco for normal messaging. This messaging system works only between Apple devices including Mac computers and iOS devices. The users’ Apple ID will serve as the primary key for the iMessage system to handle messaging. This means
How to fix iPhone XS camera issue: camera stops working after an update
Hello Apple fans! Welcome to the latest iPhone XS (#iPhoneXS) troubleshooting article! Today’s post covers some of the common issues for this new device. Be sure to browse through the issues below to see if you can find anything helpful. If not, continue watching out for more iPhone XS troubleshooting posts in the coming days.
How to fix No Service error on an iPhone XS, cannot connect to cellular data network [Troubleshooting Guide]
A No service error denotes a network connection error, which prevents your device from establishing network connection and so you won’t be able to use network connectivity features of your phone. Basic services like SMS and MMS messaging, calling, and mobile data/internet connection are likewise unavailable. Network-related errors like this No service is the fact
How to fix FaceTime that is not working on Apple iPhone XS, cannot use FaceTime app [Troubleshooting Guide]
FaceTime is Apple’s very own video and calling service that allows you to call and at the same time see anyone you wish to converse with using any Apple devices. With FaceTime, you can make international calls as long as you’re on Wi-Fi or cellular data. Using FaceTime is irrefutably very simple and easy. But
Specifications
Memory
- 4 GB RAM
- 64 / 256 / 512 GB ROM
- no microSD card slot
OS & CPU
- iOS 12
- Apple A12 Bionic
- Hexa-core (2x Vortex + 4x Tempest)
- Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
Audio
- comes with a stereo loudspeaker
- Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic
- Lightning to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter
Battery Life
- Non-removable Li-Ion 2658 mAh battery (10.13 Wh)
- up to 20 hours talk time over 3G (approx.)
- up to 60 hours music play
Display
- Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
- 5.8 inches, 84.4 cm2 (~82.9% screen-to-body ratio)
- 1125 x 2436 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~458 ppi density)
- Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating
- 3D Touch display
- Dolby Vision/HDR10 compliant
- Wide color gamut display
- True-tone display
- 120 Hz touch-sensing
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot
- Bluetooth v5.0, A2DP, LE
- comes with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
- USB 2.0, reversible connector
- with NFC capability that supports Apple Pay only
Camera
- Dual 12 MP Rear-Facing Camera
- phase detection autofocus, OIS, 2x optical zoom, quad-LED (dual tone) flash
- Geo-tagging, simultaneous 4K video and 8MP image recording, touch focus, face/smile detection, HDR (photo/panorama)
- 7 MP Front-Facing Camera
Build
- Dimensions: 143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7 mm (5.65 x 2.79 x 0.30 in)
- Weight: 177 g (6.24 oz)
- IP68 dust/water resistant
- Water resistant up to 2 meters and 30 minutes
- Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified)