iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus problems continue to popup as we push deeper into the year.
While some iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus problems are running into minor bugs, others are running into serious issues with their device.
Apple’s refined its software with bug fixes and patches, but iOS 12.3, the company’s most recent upgrade, is causing problems for some iPhone 7 users.
With that in mind, we want to take a look at the current state of iPhone 7 Plus and iPhone 7 problems. We also want to make sure that you’re prepared for the future, just in case you run into an issue with your iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus. iPhone issues can popup out of nowhere.
This roundup offers a look at the issues themselves and some steps to take if you do happen to run into a problem with your device.
iPhone 7 Problems
iPhone 7 users who have made the move to iOS 12 are complaining about a variety of bugs and performance issues.
We’re hearing about severe battery drain, issues connecting to Wi-Fi, problems connecting to Bluetooth (a big problem given that the two phones don’t come with a 3.5mm headphone jack), touchscreen issues, problems with various applications, issues syncing photos, and much more.
Apple’s discussion forums and social sites like Twitter continue to fill up with complaints about problems plaguing the two flagship devices.
It’s impossible to predict what you might run into during your time with the iPhone 7 so you’ll want to occasionally make a backup of the files stored on your phone.
If you don’t want to use iTunes, we also have a guide that details the backup process via Apple’s iCloud service.
Where to Find Feedback
If you need additional help, there are a number of other places to look for fixes and feedback about iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus performance.
We also recommend keeping an eye on YouTube, Apple’s discussion forums, social media sites like Twitter/Facebook, and the MacRumors forums for additional feedback about Apple’s iPhone 7 and its iOS 12 updates.
How to Fix iPhone 7 Problems
If you do run into a problem with your iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus, there’s no need to panic. There’s a good chance you’ll be able to fix the issue from the comfort of your computer chair.
You might be able to fix your iPhone 7 problem from home.
We’ve put together a list of fixes for common iPhone 7 problems and it offers fixes for Wi-Fi issues, issues with Bluetooth, and more. We’ve also put together some tips to help you improve performance and battery life.
If you’re running an older version of iOS 12, you should try updating your phone to the latest version. It could stabilize performance.
Your last line of defense is Apple itself. If you can’t fix your iPhone 7 problem on your own, you have a couple of options.
You can get in touch with Apple on Twitter and see if its support can help. You can also get in contact with Apple Support via the company website.
If customer service can’t help you, and you still can’t fix your issue, you might think about taking your phone into an Apple Store.
Make a Genius Bar appointment and have them run diagnostics on your device to see if they can pinpoint the problem. Your iPhone 7 is under warranty so they might offer you a replacement if they can’t fix the issue.
How to Downgrade Your iPhone 7
If you recently downloaded an update on your iPhone 7 and you start experiencing problems problems, you might be able to downgrade back to an older version.
Downgrading isn’t a guaranteed way to fix performance issues but it’s an option if you decide you’ve had enough of your device’s poor performance.
Apple typically keeps the downgrade loophole open for a few weeks after a new update’s release so you’ll need to act quickly if you want to make the move back down.
What’s Next
If your iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus is struggling, help should arrive in a few weeks.
Apple’s confirmed a new iOS 12.4 update and the firmware is in testing ahead of a release later this year. We expect it to land this summer alongside Apple’s new Apple Card credit card.
If you can’t wait for the official release, you can try the iOS 12.4 beta and see if your performance improves.
Apple will also announce iOS 13 during its WWDC 2019 keynote in early June and we should see an iOS 13 beta emerge for the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus shortly after the keynote.
The iOS 13 release date will probably land in September alongside new iPhones.
