If this is your first iPhone—or your first smartphone in general—then chances are, you may be confused about how to turn it on or completely off rather than just putting it to sleep. To turn on your iPhone 14, hold down the side button until you see the Apple logo.
On the other hand, hold down the side button and one of the volume buttons on an iPhone 14, then drag the Slide to power off slider when it appears onscreen. To restart an iPhone 14, turn it off completely, then press and hold the side button.
How to Turn the iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 14, and iPhone 14 Plus On and Off
Here’s how to turn off and then back on the iPhone 14 series. It’s simple:
- Concurrently press and hold the Volume Up or Down button and the side Power/Lock button until the “Slide to Power Off” screen appears.
- Now, slide the “Slide to Power Off” button to turn the iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Pro off.
- Simply hold the side Power / Lock button until you see the Apple logo appear on screen to turn the iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 back on.
- That’s it; you now know how to turn off the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max.
As previously stated, this is the same trick that works on virtually all new model iPhones with Face ID, as well as new iPad models, so learn it once and you’ll be able to apply it to virtually all iOS and iPadOS devices.
You can also shut down iPhone via Settings, eliminating the need for button presses.
Turning iPhone 14 & iPhone 14 Pro Off and On Again is a Soft Restart
For what it’s worth, turning off and on the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max. is essentially a soft restart of the device.
In comparison, a hard force restart of the same device disrupts whatever is going on and forces the iPhone to reboot.
Knowing how to perform a normal restart as well as a force restart are useful troubleshooting techniques for iPhone users that can be used whenever something isn’t working properly on the device.
How to Restart Your iPhone 14
To force your iPhone 14 to restart, follow these steps:
- Follow the steps outlined above to turn it off.
- Wait about 30 seconds for your iPhone to shut down completely. It might not even take that long.
- When the screen is completely black (no glow), press and hold the side button until you see the Apple logo.
- Wait for the home screen to appear before releasing the button.
If that method fails, try the following:
- Press and hold the volume-up button.
- Press and hold the volume-down button.
- Hold down the side button until you see the Apple logo onscreen.
- Remove your finger from the side button.
How to Disable the Always-On Display on the iPhone 14 Pro
The steps for turning off the always-on display are the same whether you have the iPhone 14 Pro or the iPhone 14 Pro Max. The always-on display will be on by default when you first set up your phone; however, as soon as you unlock it, you can turn it off.
- Step 1: On your iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max, launch the Settings app.
- Step 2: Scroll down to Display and Brightness.
- Step 3: At the bottom of the next page, select Always On Display.
- Step 4: Deactivate the toggle next to Always On Display.
When you lock the screen, your iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max will go dark, just like any other iPhone model. To reactivate the always-on display, follow the steps outlined above and toggle it back on.
How to Tone Down the Always-on Display on Your iPhone 14 Pro (Ios 16.2 or Newer)
One of the best features of a smartphone with an always-on display is the ability to see the time at a glance without having to wake up your phone by pressing a button or tapping the screen. Some may argue that the iPhone’s always-on display is a little cluttered when compared to those found on most other smartphones.
If you prefer this more minimalist look, Apple added two new options in iOS 16.2 that allow you to tone things down by removing the wallpaper, disabling notifications, or both. This can also help you reduce any potential impact on battery life without completely turning off the always-on display, though from our research we found those savings to be negligible at best.
- Step 1: On your iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max, launch the Settings app.
- Step 2: Scroll down to Display and Brightness.
- Step 3: At the bottom of the next page, select Always On Display.
- Step 4: If desired, disable Show Wallpaper or Show Notifications.
When your iPhone screen is locked and sleeping, disabling both options leaves you with nothing but the clock, giving you the most minimalist look possible. Leaving wallpaper enabled without notifications provides a similarly clean appearance, displaying only the time and your chosen wallpaper, dimmed and tone-adjusted for the best appearance.
On the other hand, allowing notifications on your always-on display may cause some clutter depending on how many you typically receive and how you use Focus modes. When one is enabled, it will also display the current Focus mode at the bottom.
How to Disable the Always-on Display at Specific Times and Locations (Ios 16.4 or Later)
Regarding Focus modes, Apple added a useful new feature in iOS 16.4 that allows you to include your always-on display in the list of things that are affected when you change modes.
When using the Sleep Focus, the always-on display has always been disabled, but you can now turn it off in any Focus mode, such as during work or quiet times.
You can use Focus modes to control when and where your always-on display is used because they can be set to turn on and off automatically based on time and location. It can also enable the always-on display, allowing you to turn it off by default while having it active at specific times of the day, week, or location.
- Step 1: On your iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max, launch the Settings app.
- Step 2: Pick a focus.
- Step 3: Select the Focus you want to change. If you haven’t used all of your Focus modes, you can create a new one by clicking the + button in the top-right corner.
- Step 4: If you’ve chosen to create a new Focus, proceed through the steps to select a predefined type of Focus, such as Fitness, Gaming, or Mindfulness, or choose Custom to enter your name, colour, and icon for the Focus.
- Step 5: Scroll to the bottom of the Focus details screen and select Add Filter.
- Step 6: Select Always On Display at the bottom of the next screen.
- Step 7: Depending on how you want the always-on display to behave when this Focus is active, toggle the switch on the next screen on or off.
- Step 8: From the top-right corner, select Add to add the new setting to your Focus.
- Step 9: Your selected setting for the always-on display will take effect each time you manually activate the Focus. By selecting Add Schedule, Time or Location and then filling in the appropriate details, you can set the Focus to activate at a specific location or time.
Why won’t my iPhone 14 turn on?
There could be a number of reasons why your iPhone 14 isn’t turning on. The first thing to look for is a dead battery. Check that the battery is charged and the device is properly plugged in. If the battery is running low, try plugging it in for a few hours before restarting it. If this does not work, there could be a hardware or software issue. You can try resetting or restoring the device to factory settings. If none of these solutions works, you should contact Apple Support.
How Do I Reset My iPhone 14?
If your iPhone 14 is having problems, you can restore it to factory settings to try to resolve the issue. Go to Settings > General > Reset to reset your device. You can then choose to restore your device to factory settings. This will clear all of your data and settings and return the device to its factory settings. Before resetting your device, make a backup because this will erase all of your data.
Yes, you can start your iPhone 14 without pressing the power button. Connect the device to a power source, such as a wall outlet or a computer, to accomplish this. Then, for about five seconds, press and hold the home and volume-down buttons. This will turn on your device without pressing the power button. Just unplug the device from the power source before turning it back on.
What is the best way to charge my iPhone 14?
You’ll need to use the included USB-C power adapter and USB-C to Lightning cable to charge your iPhone 14. Connect the power adapter to a wall outlet, then connect the USB-C end of the cable to the power adapter. Then connect the cable’s Lightning end to your device. When you plug in your device, it will begin charging. Swipe down from the top of the screen and tap on the battery icon to check the battery level.
What is the quickest way to activate iPhone 14?
To turn on your iPhone 14, press and hold the power button for approximately three seconds. This will quickly turn on your device. If you have an iPhone X or later, you can also press and hold the volume down and power buttons for about five seconds. This will also quickly turn on your device.
Conclusion
Turning on your iPhone 14 is a simple process that can be completed in minutes. Simply press and hold the power button for about three seconds, then release it and wait for the device to boot up. After it has been booted up, you can unlock it and begin exploring all the new features. If you need to turn your device off or reset it, follow the instructions in this guide. To turn on your device quickly, press and hold the power button for about three seconds.
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