I have a iphone 4S and the lock button has stopped working. It is stuck down. Regardless of how hard I press down it won't do anything. Anyone know of a way to fix this?
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iPhone 4S lock button not working :-(
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SpyderBite
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Take it to an Apple Store for a warranty replacement or $199 oow replacement if it is no longer under warranty. Just don't forget to back it up in iTunes or to the iCloud before you leave.
Illuminated
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JUST had this happen to me! Stopped working out of no where last night. Can't get it to work.
I really hope they either fix it, or replace it with another white 4s 32gb.
I really hope they either fix it, or replace it with another white 4s 32gb.
Illuminated
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hint: my contract isn't up, nor do I have the money to purchase an off contract phone.
That's why your lock button doesn't appear to be working. I think the best thing to do would be to either restore your phone or uninstall any MobileSubstrate add-ons that might be causing the problem.
Software can not fix a stuck hardware button.
Get your warranty claim into Apple before your one year is up. Do not delay.
Get your warranty claim into Apple before your one year is up. Do not delay.
haha i know that...but will they work on it or replace it since it's been jailbroke? Should I restore and then take it in?
Yeah - if there's absolutely no movement at all on that button, the device needs to be swapped. You could try rubbing alcohol, but honestly it's under warranty - why risk it. I'm not the guy to ask about preserving your jailbreak, but best if you walk into Apple store with a stock OS. You'll walk out with a nice replacement and another 90 days of warranty.