Common iPhone 6 Issues And How To Fix Them

By Technobezz

First Published on June 13, 2018

This article is 6 years old.

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The iPhone 6 is a powerful device with awesome design and excellent features. The owners have been complaining about some problems, and in this article, we are going to list the most common iPhone 6 issues along with the solutions.

Some users of IPhone 6 are facing few common problems these days. But all your problems can be solved by us as, we Technobezz people are always waiting to solve any kind of problems of IPhone 6 and other phones.

Here are some Common IPhone 6 Problems and ways to fix it

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Common iPhone 6 problems and their fixes

iPhone 6 Bluetooth issues

This is one of the most common problems. If you can’t pair your iPhone with a Bluetooth device, or if these devices can’t stay connected, try the solutions listed below.

Method 1:

Go to Settings, turn the Bluetooth off and then turn it back on.

Method 2:

Toggle Airplane mode.

Method 3:

Go to Settings > Bluetooth, find a Bluetooth device you are having problems with and click on (i), then tap on Forget this device and confirm the action. After that, find the device and try to pair again.

Method 4:

Press and hold the sleep/wake button, drag the slider and turn the phone off completely. Then, press and hold the sleep/wake button and turn it on.

Method 5:

Navigate to Settings > General > Reset and tap on Reset network settings.

Method 6:

Is there a new version of iOS? Download and install it.

Method 7:

Update the software on the Bluetooth pairing device if possible (see the manual that came with your device).

Method 8:

If nothing works, you can erase all content and settings. Because everything will be deleted, backup everything that’s important. Then, go to Settings > General > Reset and tap on Erase all content and settings. This may take a few minutes and when it’s finished, follow the steps to set up your iPhone 6 as new.

iPhone 6 Wi-Fi issues

If you can’t connect to a Wi-Fi network, of if the connection is slow or keeps dropping, there are many things you can do in order to get rid of this problem.

Method 1:

Go to Settings, turn off Wi-Fi, and turn it back on.

Method 2:

Navigate to Settings, enable Airplane mode, wait 10-15 seconds and disable it again.

Method 3:

Go to Settings > Privacy > Location services, choose System services and then turn Wi-Fi networking.

Method 4:

“Navigate to Settings, tap on Wi-Fi, find your Wi-Fi connection, tap and hold it and then click Forget. Now, set up a new connection.”

Method 5:

Restart your iPhone.

Method 6:

“Same as restarting the iPhone can help, restarting the router can solve the problem too, so make sure you give it a try.”

Method 7:

Go to Settings > General > Reset and tap on Reset network settings.

Method 8:

Update router’s firmware.

Method 9:

Resetting all settings can solve the problem (your data won’t be deleted). Go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset all settings.

iPhone 6 battery issues and overheating

Overheating and battery drain are common issues in the smartphone world, and many iPhone 6 owners complained about these problems.

Method 1:

Don’t use your device while charging.

Method 2:

Delete the apps you don’t use. Do that by tapping on app’s icon, and when the app jiggles and the “X” shows up, click on it to delete the app.

Method 3:

Reduce the level of brightness.

Method 4:

Turn off Background app refresh. To do that, go to Settings > General > Background app refresh.

Method 5:

“Go to Settings > iTunes & app store > automatic downloads > updates and turn it off.”

Method 6:

Restart your iPhone to free up the memory and close the apps which are running in the background.

Method 7:

Turn off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth when not in use.

Method 8:

A fresh start sounds good. Before erasing all content and settings, backup what’s important. Then, navigate to Settings > General > Reset and tap on “Erase all content and settings”. Wait until this is completed, and then follow a few steps on the screen to set up the phone.

iPhone 6 stuck in the headphones mode

This is a pretty strange and very annoying problem. If this bothers you, try the methods listed here.

Method 1:

“Use your headphones. Plug them into the device, and unplug, and repeat the process for several times.”

Method 2:

Clean the headphones jack. You can use a toothpick to remove dirt and debris.

Method 3:

Turn your iPhone off and turn it back on.

Method 4:

“The problem may seem like the hardware one, but often, all you need to do is update iOS, and the simplest way is wireless update. Connect to a Wi-Fi network, navigate to Settings, General, and click on the Software update.”

Method 5:

You can reset all settings. Your files and data won’t be deleted. To do this go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset all settings.

iPhone 6 won’t download or update apps

Sometimes, when you open the App Store, a strange glitch may appear – you won’t be able to update the apps you have, and you won’t be able to download new apps. Let’s see how to fix this.

Method 1:

Go to Settings, turn off Wi-Fi and turn it back on.

Method 2:

“Try this: navigate to Settings, and click on Wi-Fi. Find your network, and click on the icon right next to it. Tap on Renew Lease. Go back to the App Store, and see if there is any difference.”

Method 3:

Restart your iPhone.

Method 4:

Go to Settings > iTunes & App Store, then tap on your Apple ID and sign out. Open the App Store again and sign in.

Method 5:

Update iOS software.

Method 6:

Go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset all settings.

iPhone 6 microphone issues

Before you go to the Apple Store, there are a couple of things you can try.

Method 1:

Move the protective film as it can obstruct the microphone.

Method 2:

Clean the mic with a toothpick, to remove debris and dirt.

Method 3:

Toggle noise cancelation. To do that, go to Settings > General Accessibility.

Method 4:

Restart your device.

Method 5:

Update iOS software.

Method 6:

Reset all settings. Here is how you can do that: go to Settings > General > Reset and tap on Reset all settings.

iPhone 6 touchscreen issues

If the screen responds slowly, or if it freezes occasionally, here are potential solutions.

Method 1:

Use a clean dry cloth to wipe of the dirt from the screen.

Method 2:

Remove the case if you have one to see if there is any difference.

Method 3:

Properly close the apps you don’t use. Tap the Home button twice, and you’ll see a preview of recently used applications. Swipe left to find the app you wish to close, and once you find it swipe up.

Method 4:

Restart your phone to free up the memory and improve the performance of your phone.

Method 5:

Update your device to the latest version of iOS.

Method 6:

You can erase all content and settings, but don’t forget to backup your data. Go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase all content and settings. When erasing is finished, follow on-screen steps to set up your iPhone 6 as a new device.

iPhone 6 issues with Siri

Using Siri is not just helpful, it’s also fun! If Siri is not working, here are a few things to try in order to fix the problem.

Method 1:

Turn Wi-Fi off and then back on.

Method 2:

Go to Settings > General > Siri, and toggle the switch to turn it off and then back on.

Method 3:

Navigate to Settings > General > Siri, and toggle “Hey Siri”.

Method 4:

“If the microphone is full of dust or dirt, Siri won’t be able to hear you, which is why nothing will happen once you turn it on. You may use compressed air, clean paint brush, or cotton swabs to clean the microphone. Once you do that, try using Siri again.”

Method 5:

Restart your iPhone.

Method 6:

Reset network settings. Follow these steps: Go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset network settings.

iPhone 6s doesn’t ring

Here is what you can do when the phone is not ringing.

Method 1:

“The reason why your phone is not ringing may be the fact the Mute is on. To check this, look at the Mute switch which is located on the side of your device. The mute is turned on when the orange line is visible inside the switch.”

Method 2:

“Another reason why this issue may occur is Do not disturb option. To check if it is on, navigate to Settings, and click on Do not disturb. If the Manual is on, turn it off. If the Scheduled is on, check the times in which this option is set to be used.”

Method 3:

Turn off 4G. Go to Settings > Cellular, then click on Enable LTE Switch and turn 4G off.

Method 4:

There is a simple trick that may fix the problem. All you need to do is change the ringtone.

Method 5:

If nothing else works, go to Settings > General > Reset and tap on Reset all settings.

iPhone 6 camera not focusing

If the camera isn’t focusing, the photos will be blurred. Let’s see how you can fix this.

Method 1:

Wipe of the camera lens with clean and dry microfiber cloth.

Method 2:

“Tap the phone with a palm, a couple of times on the rear camera lens end. This simple trick often solved the issue, because when the camera is not focusing, it is usually just a glitch.”

Method 3:

If you use the case for your iPhone, remove it and then try to take a photo.

Method 4:

Close the camera app. Tap on the Home button two times, swipe left to find the app and swipe up to close it. Go to Home screen. and launch the app again.

Method 5:

Restart your iPhone 6.

Method 6:

Update iOS software.

iPhone 6 no SIM issue

When you see “no Sim” message, you don’t have to contact your carrier right away. Here are potential fixes.

Method 1:

Toggle Airplane mode.

Method 2:

See if there are carrier settings updates available. Go to Settings > General > About.

Method 3:

Restart your device.

Method 4:

Re-insert SIM card.

Method 5:

iOS updates are essential. If there is a new version of the software available, download it.

Method 6:

“Back up your files to iCloud. Connect your iPhone 6 to your computer with the USB cable. Select your iPhone once it appears in iTunes. Choose Restore from the Summary panel. Once the device is restored to its factory settings, follow the step to set up your phone as new.”

iPhone 6 No service problem

If you see “No service” on your iPhone 6, try the following solutions.

Method 1:

Turn Airplane mode on and then turn it back off.

Method 2:

See if the carrier settings update is available by going to Settings > General > About.

Method 3:

Restart your iPhone 6.

Method 4:

Take the SIM card out and put it back in.

Method 5:

Navigate to Settings > General > Reset > Reset network settings.

Method 6:

Update your device to the latest version of iOS.

iPhone 6 Wi-Fi calling issues

Wi-Fi calling is a pretty cool feature. Make sure that your carrier is offering this option. If you have any issues, here is how you can fix them.

Method 1:

Turn the Wi-Fi off and then turn it back on.

Method 2:

It must be pointed out that this feature is not enabled by default, so you need to make sure that you’ve turned it on. Go to Settings > Phone.

Method 3:

Restart your iPhone.

Method 4:

Restart your router.

Method 5:

The next thing you may try is to reset network settings. Go to Settings > General > Reset and tap on Reset network settings.

Method 6:

Update iOS software.

iMessage problem iPhone 6

Another issue of iPhone 6 is iMessage problem. Messages are coming late or sometimes it is not coming or else users are not able to mark the massage.

The best solution of this problem is to either “Resetting the Network Settings” or Rebooting.

First go for rebooting. If your problem is not solved then reset the network. For that you need to go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings.

Now you need to create a new password for Wi-fi by paying a small amount.

Unstable Wi-Fi connection

One more common problem is unstable Wi-Fi connection. You can solve this issue by “Resetting the Network” or else by turning off the wi-fi. For that, go to Settings > Privacy > Location services > System services to turn off the wi-fi. After this, your phone will be rebooted and will start working normally.