If your iPhone 6s suddenly won’t power on, it might feel like the end of the world—but don’t panic just yet. Whether the issue is a drained battery, a minor glitch, or something more serious, there are several ways to bring your iPhone back to life before heading to the Apple Store. Try the fixes below, step by step.
1. Plug It In and Let It Charge
Start with the obvious: your iPhone might just be dead.
What to do:
- Plug your iPhone 6s into a working power outlet using an Apple-certified charger.
- Let it charge for at least 15–30 minutes—seriously, give it time. If the battery is completely drained, it can take a while for the screen to show any sign of life.
- After that, press and hold the Sleep/Wake button to try turning it on.
Tips:
- Use a known working power adapter and Lightning cable.
- Avoid charging through a laptop or USB hub—use a wall outlet instead.
2. Force Restart Your iPhone
If the screen stays black, your phone might just be frozen.
How to force restart an iPhone 6s:
- Press and hold both the Home button and the Sleep/Wake (power) button at the same time.
- Keep holding both buttons for at least 15 seconds—don’t let go when you see the Apple logo, just wait for it to restart fully.
This doesn’t erase any data. It simply forces your phone to reboot, which can resolve software crashes or black screen issues.
3. Check Your Charging Gear
A damaged cable or dirty port could be preventing your phone from charging at all.
Check these things:
- Inspect the Lightning port on the bottom of your phone. If there’s dust, lint, or debris inside, gently clean it using a toothpick or soft brush.
- Try a different Lightning cable and power adapter, if you have spares.
- Test the power outlet with another device to confirm it’s working.
Even tiny bits of dirt in the port can interrupt charging, so it’s worth double-checking.
4. Let It Charge Longer—Up to an Hour
If your battery has been deeply drained or is aging, it might need more time to wake up.
- Plug in your iPhone and leave it for up to an hour.
- During that time, don’t unplug or try to turn it on repeatedly—just let it sit and slowly come back to life.
5. Still Nothing? Time to Call in the Pros
If none of the above steps help, it could be a hardware failure, especially if the phone recently suffered a drop, water exposure, or has battery health issues.
Here’s what to do:
- Visit Apple’s Support site to schedule a repair or chat with a technician.
- If your iPhone 6s is out of warranty, you might still be eligible for low-cost repair or battery replacement under Apple’s extended service programs.
Bonus Tip: If you’re confident and the phone is out of warranty, you can open the device and check for obvious damage (like a loose battery connector)—but only if you’re experienced with phone repairs.
Hi. My iPhone 6s has been dead for a week and when i tried charging it and restarting it, nothing happened. How can i get it to work again?