Hanging up a call on an iPhone can sometimes be more complicated than it needs to be, especially if you're not familiar with the various methods available. Here are 11 ways to hang up a call on your iPhone, ensuring you can end calls efficiently regardless of the situation.
1. Tap the Red Button
The most straightforward way to hang up a call is by tapping the big red button on the call screen. If you're not on the call screen, tap the green bar at the top of your screen to return to the call interface and then press the red button.
2. Use the Side Button
If you're not on the call screen, you can press the Side button (or Power button on older models) to hang up the call. This method is quick and effective, especially if you're in a different app or your screen is locked.
3. Tap and Hold the Dynamic Island
On newer iPhone models like the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max, you can tap and hold the Dynamic Island to access the call controls and hang up the call.
4. Use AirPods
If you're using AirPods, you can hang up a call by double-tapping either the left or right AirPod for 1st and 2nd generation models. For AirPods Pro and 3rd generation, press the stem of the AirPod. For AirPods Max, press the Digital Crown.
5. Use Wired Earphones
If you're using wired EarPods or other compatible earphones, press the center button on the remote to end the call. You may need to press the button twice in some cases.
6. Ask Siri or Voice Control
With iOS 16 and later, you can enable Siri to hang up calls by saying "Hey Siri, hang up." To enable this, go to Settings > Siri & Search > Call Hang Up and toggle it on. Similarly, if you use Voice Control, you can say "Hang up" to end the call.
7. End a Call Using Your Apple Watch
If you're on a call and your Apple Watch is connected, you can see a small green phone icon on your watch face. Tap this icon and then the red button to hang up the call.
8. Use HomePod
If you've transferred your call to a HomePod, you can hang up by tapping the top of the HomePod or saying "Hey Siri, hang up".
9. Swipe Up to Access Call Screen
If you're in a different app during a call, swipe up from the bottom of the screen (or double-tap the Home button on older models) to enter the app switching function and return to the active call screen. From there, you can hang up using the red button.
10. Check for Hidden Settings
Sometimes, certain accessibility settings might prevent you from hanging up calls normally. Go to Settings > Accessibility > Touch and disable the "Prevent Lock to End Call" toggle if it's enabled.
11. Ensure Proper Call Interface
If you're experiencing issues where the hang-up button is not visible (e.g., seeing a green icon instead of red), ensure you're on the correct call screen. If the issue persists, it might be a software glitch, and you may need to restart your iPhone or check for software updates.
By knowing these various methods, you'll be well-equipped to handle any situation where you need to hang up a call on your iPhone efficiently.