My phone screen wont let me go on any apps!

My iphone x will not turn off, & I can’t open any apps, not even settings. It won’t let me use buttons on the side to force a shutdown either. I can still swipe from screen to screen, just can’t open anything...


iPhone X, iOS 14

Posted on Oct 23, 2020 02:22 PM

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Posted on Oct 23, 2020 03:12 PM

Try the steps in this article:

If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch won't turn on or is frozen - Apple Support


If that does not help your phone might need service:

Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support


Good luck!

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My phone screen wont let me go on any apps!

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