Ideally, there would be an option to disable or remove the camera from the iPhone’s Lock Screen, but Apple doesn’t provide a specific setting. There’s a workaround, but it has a major caveat—you must disable the camera completely across your iPhone. This tutorial will show you how.

How Disabling the Camera on iPhone’s Lock Screen Works

The camera is a hallmark feature of the iPhone, and Apple emphasizes it so much to make it accessible even from the Lock Screen. But because it’s so easy to get to, sometimes you open the camera when you don’t mean to. This could happen as you unlock the device, interact with widgets and notifications, or carry it around in your hand or pocket.

Unfortunately, iOS does not let you turn off the camera on the iPhone’s Lock Screen. But there is a trick you can use to get around this. It involves fully deactivating the Camera app using Screen Time (or Restrictions on older iPhones).

Once you do that, you won’t be able to open the camera from the Lock Screen of your iPhone or the Home Screen and App Library. Third-party camera apps—Focos, Halide, ReLens, etc.—also won’t work. Additionally, apps like FaceTime, WhatsApp, and Snapchat will cease to have camera access.

This is a good solution if you don’t use the iPhone’s Camera app often, including any other apps that rely on the camera to work. However, if you’re constantly snapping pictures or using social media apps a lot, you should skip this one.

Disable Your iPhone’s Camera via Screen Time

You must use Screen Time in iOS to turn off the camera on your iPhone. This grays out the Camera icon on the Lock Screen, disables the swipe-to-right Camera gesture, and hides the Camera icon on the Home Screen and App Library. You also can’t access it via Siri.

To turn off your iPhone’s camera via Screen Time, you must:

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone and tap Screen Time.
2. Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions.

3. Tap Allowed Apps.
4. Enter your Screen Time passcode if you have one set up. You can reset your Screen Time passcode if you’ve forgotten it.
5. Disable the switch next to Camera.

The camera is now inaccessible via the iPhone’s Lock Screen and other areas of the device. If you want to use the native Camera or a third-party camera app, return to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > Allowed Apps and enable the switch next to Camera.

Disable Camera via Restrictions Console (iOS 11 and Older)

Screen Time is not available on iPhones running iOS 11 and earlier. However, you can use the older Restrictions console to turn off the camera. Here’s how:

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap General.
3. Tap Restrictions.
4. Enter your Restrictions passcode.
5. Turn off the switch next to the Camera.

To re-enable the camera on your iPhone, go to Settings > General > Restrictions and enable the switch next to Camera.

We Know—It’s Not Perfect

That’s it! You’ve disabled the Camera shortcut and swipe gesture from your iPhone’s Lock Screen. No more accidental taps or swipes into the Camera app just ‘cos you’re trying to check the time!

But remember—you also won’t be able to access the camera from anywhere on the iPhone unless you re-activate it via Screen Time or Restrictions.

It’s unclear whether Apple plans to introduce a feature that allows turning off the camera on the Lock Screen specifically. However, until such an option becomes available, the method above is the only way.

Your only recourse is drastic and requires factory resetting the iPad in Recovery Mode. This action wipes the device clean, erasing all data and settings, including the passcode.

Keep in mind—if you haven’t backed up your iPad, you’ll lose all your data. Post-reset, you’ll need your Apple ID to remove Activation Lock and get the device up and running again.

You Can’t, But Recovery Mode Can Help

The passcode to your iPad offers strong protection against unauthorized access, but it also works against you if you forget it. Guess it too many times, and you get locked out permanently. Touch ID or Face ID won’t help if you’re already being asked to input the passcode at the Lock Screen.

However, there’s a solution—Recovery Mode for iPadOS. Recovery Mode is a bootable environment that helps you recover your iPad from severe issues like system corruption. For our purposes, it allows you to delete the iPad’s passcode indirectly by reinstalling iPadOS.

The problem? A factory reset completely erases your iPad, removing everything from photos and videos to app data and settings. You lose all data—except for any that auto-syncs with cloud services—if you don’t have a backup in iCloud or your computer or any new data since your last backup.

After the reset, you must lift Activation Lock with your Apple ID and password. Activation Lock is a feature that prevents anyone else from using an iPad if it’s lost or stolen, so it’s impossible to set up the device without the Apple ID credentials.

To sum everything up, although Recovery Mode provides a route for entry into a locked iPad, it does come with a significant trade-off—potential data loss.

Factory-Reset iPad In Recovery Mode

Performing a factory reset via Recovery Mode is the only way to regain access to a locked-out iPad. The procedure requires a Mac or PC and Apple’s Finder or iTunes applications to restore the device to its original state. You still have Activation Lock to deal with afterward, so be prepared to sign in your Apple ID.

Prepare for Recovery Mode

Before entering Recovery Mode, connect your iPad to your Mac or PC with its Lightning cable—if you use a third-party cable, make sure it’s MFi (Made for iPhone)-certified. Then, open Finder or iTunes.

Note: Using a PC? You can download and install iTunes from the Microsoft Store.

Enter Recovery Mode on iPad

If your iPad has a Home button, hold the Home and Top/Power buttons until you see the Recovery Mode (image of a computer and cable) screen.

If your iPad doesn’t have a Home button, perform the following sequence of button presses to boot the device into Recovery Mode:

1. Quickly press and release the Volume Up button.
2. Quickly press and release the Volume Down button.
3. Quickly press and hold the Top/Power button—continue holding both buttons until the Recovery Mode screen appears.

Restore iPadOS in Recovery Mode

In Recovery Mode, you must interface with your iPad through your Mac or PC to factory reset the device. Here’s how:

1. Select your iPad on the sidebar or top-right corner of Finder or iTunes (if the screen iPad doesn’t automatically pop up) and choose Restore iPad.

2. Choose the Restore and Update option.

3. Review the system software update notes and select Next.

4. Accept Apple’s software license terms—select Agree.

5. Wait until your computer downloads and installs the latest iPad software version.

Note: If your iPad boots out of Recovery Mode automatically during the “Downloading” phase, boot back in, and the software download should resume.

iPad Post-Factory Reset

Following the factory reset, you must enter your Apple ID email and password to bypass Activation Lock. This step is crucial as it verifies you as the device owner.

Note: If you bought the iPad from someone else, you must ask the person to disable Activation Lock by unlinking the device from their Apple ID.

Once you’ve dealt with Activation Lock, your iPad is ready for setup, just like a brand-new device. At this stage, you have the opportunity to restore your data. If there’s a backup on the same PC or Mac, select Restore from this backup, pick the backup, and select Continue.

If you’ve been backing up data to iCloud or another computer, select Set up as new device and continue with the Setup Assistant on your iPad. Once you arrive at the Apps and Data screen, choose the Restore from iCloud Backup or Restore from Mac or PC options and follow the on-screen instructions to restore your data.

You’ve Regained Access to Your iPad

Getting back into an iPad you’re locked out of is lengthy and time-consuming. It requires you to factory reset the device via Recovery Mode, lift Activation Lock, and restore your data from scratch.

This emphasizes how crucial it is to create a passcode you can remember, keep your Apple ID information up-to-date, and back up your data regularly. Adopting these habits eliminates the risk of losing access to your iPad or its data.

1. Check Your iPhones Vibration Settings

If you’re noticing your iPhone vibrates a lot for apparently no reason, a third-party app can cause it. A software bug can cause these random vibrations without a reason. If you know which app is doing it, you can either delete it or change its vibration settings. Here’s how:

1. Go to the Settings app.
2. Select Notifications.

3. Scroll down through the apps until you find the one that’s causing the problem, and select it.
4. Tap the Allow Notifications to toggle it off.

This will allow you to use the app responsible for random vibrations without it repeatedly bothering you with false notifications.

2. Update All Apps

If you suspect a third-party app is causing your iPhone to vibrate without a reason, but you don’t know which one, you should update them all. Updating apps will eliminate most bugs and glitches they might have and stop them from making your device vibrate when there are no new notifications. Follow these steps to update all your apps at once:

1. Long-press the App Store icon. You can find it on your Home Screen or in the App library.
2. Select Updates.

3. Tap Update All, and wait until your device finishes updating all apps that have the update available.

You can also update each app individually if you prefer. Just select Update next to each app.

3. Disable Mail Notifications

Did you know your iPhone vibrates with the built-in Mail app when you receive new mail? Even if it doesn’t display the notification that you have a new mail waiting to be read, you can turn the mail app notifications off to solve this problem. There are two ways to do this. :

1. Go to Settings.
2. Tap Sounds & Haptics.

3. Select New Mail.

4. Select Vibration.

5. Tap None.

Or try this alternative method:

1. Go to Settings.
2. Select Notifications.

3. Select Mail from the list to open the settings for this app.

4. Tap Customize Notifications at the bottom of the screen.

5. Tap your email account.

6. Toggle the Alerts off.

4. Try Out a New Charging Cable

A faulty power cable or a charger can make your iPhone vibrate when you put it to charge. Try another charging cable, or buy a new iPhone charger to fix this issue.

5. Disable Silent Mode

You might have accidentally turned on the Silent Mode. If this is the case, any notification you receive on your iPhone will make it buzz. There will be no sound notifications, and you might not be able to see it on the lock screen.

To check if the Silent Mode is on, turn your iPhone over and check the side ring/silent switch. It should be above the volume-up button on the left side of your iPhone, but this can depend on the model.

6. Perform a Hard Reset

A hard reset will clear your iPhone of glitches and system bugs. These glitches are known to cause iPhones to vibrate without a reason. Hard reset (or force restart) won’t cause you to lose data from your device. The method you’ll perform depends on the iPhone model.

iPhones with Face ID, iPhone 8, and SE (2nd and 3rd Gen) Users

• Press and let go of the Volume Up button.
• Press and let go of the Volume Down button.
• Hold the Power button until the Apple logo appears on the screen.

iPhone 7 Users

• Hold down the Lock and Volume Down buttons at the same time.
• Once the Apple Logo is displayed, let go of the buttons.

iPhone 6S and SE (1st Gen) Users

• Hold down the Lock and Home buttons simultaneously.
• Let go when the Apple screen pops up.

7. Update iOS

New iOS updates are efficient at removing system bugs and errors. You should always have your iPhone’s operating system up to date. If it’s outdated, you may experience various problems, including random phone vibrations. Here’s how to update your iPhone and install the latest firmware:

1. Go to the Settings app and select General.

2. Tap Software Update.

3. Select Download and Install.

8. Reset All iPhone Settings

If you played with your iPhone’s settings, you may have caused the problem yourself. Especially if you changed something in the Sound settings. If you remember what you did, just go back and change the settings back to default. But if you don’t remember, you should reset all your settings. Here’s how:

1. Open the Settings app and select General.
2. Tap Transfer or Reset iPhone. You’ll find this option if you scroll all the way down in the General section.

3. Tap Reset.

4. Select Reset All Settings.

5. Enter your iPhone’s passcode when prompted.

And that’s it! You won’t lose any data on your device if you reset all the settings. But you’ll need to reset your WiFi password, Bluetooth pairings, and any VPN settings you might have.

9. Perform a Factory Reset

If your problem persists even after you tried all the methods mentioned above, you may need to factory reset your iPhone to stop it from randomly vibrating. Note that if you choose this path, you’ll lose all your data, so back up all the important files. Here’s a concise guide on how to perform a factory reset on your iPhone:

1. Go to Settings and select General.
2. Select Transfer or Reset iPhone.
3. Tap Erase All Content and Settings.

4. Select Continue on the next screen.

5. Enter your iPhone’s passcode when prompted to confirm the factory reset.

10. Enter Recovery Mode

If all else fails, you’ll have to enter recovery mode on your iPhone. This is similar to a factory reset, but it’ll wipe your phone even more thoroughly. Back up any important files, your phone’s data, and all the images and videos you want to save from losing forever.

Recovery Mode will solve any complex software problems your iPhone might be experiencing, and it’ll work better than a reset. To enter the recovery mode, you’ll need a PC or Mac and the iTunes app. You’ll also have to ensure your iPhone stays connected to your PC throughout the process. Here’s what to do:

1. Open iTunes on your desktop.
2. If you have any other programs running in the background, close them.
3. Use a USB cable or a lightning cable to connect your iPhone to the PC.

4. Perform a hard reset of your iPhone following the steps described above.
5. Find your iPhone on iTunes.
6. Select Restore iPhone.

11. Contact Apple

If you’re still experiencing the random vibration issue, it might be time to contact Apple Support. One of the common reasons why an iPhone vibrates at random times is water damage or some other kind of hardware damage that you can’t fix on your own. If this is the case you might need to check your device’s warranty.

Random vibrations are fairly common among iPhone users. In fact, closing down all running applications or doing a full factory reset on your device can often be the solution. And while results may vary, they’re still great starting points for taking control of the issue. So let us know which solution worked for you in the comment section below.

Whether you use a web browser or a specific calendar app on your desktop to access Google Calendar, you can sync those events to your iOS device so you’re in the know on the go.

How to Add and Sync Google Calendar to Apple Calendar

If you already use Apple’s Calendar app on your iPhone or iPad, you can simply add the events from your Google Calendar to it. From there, you can create new events and sync existing ones easily.

Note that some Google Calendar features are unavailable through Apple Calendar including event notifications via email, the ability to create new Google calendars, and the Room Scheduler.

To add your Google Calendar to Apple Calendar, follow these steps:

1. Open the Settings app and select Calendar.
2. Tap Accounts and choose Add Account at the bottom of the next screen.

3. Select Google and sign into your account. You may need to authenticate your account with a passkey or enter an app password, depending on your Google settings. Simply follow the prompts selecting Next and Continue until you successfully sign in.

4. You’ll then see the apps you can set up and sync. Be sure to turn on the toggle for Calendars and optionally Mail, Contacts, and Notes per your preference. Tap Save.

Your Google account should then appear in your list of Accounts for Calendar.

How to Add and Sync an Existing Google Account to Apple Calendar

If you already have a Google account connected to your iPhone or iPad for things like Mail and Contacts, you can simply turn on the Calendars option for that account. You’ll then be able to view your Google Calendar events in Apple Calendar.

1. Open the Settings app and select Calendar.
2. Tap Accounts and choose your Google account from the list.
3. Turn on the toggle for Calendars.
4. You can then use the back arrow(s) at the top to exit these settings.

How to Select the Google Calendars to View

Once you connect your Google Calendar to the Calendar on your iPhone or iPad, you can choose the Google calendars you want to view.

1. Open the Calendar app and tap Calendars at the bottom of the screen on iPhone or top left on iPad.
2. Go to the section for the Google Calendar you just connected and check or uncheck the circles on the left for those calendars you want to view.
3. To adjust the calendar color or notifications, tap the Info icon (small letter “i”) to the right of the calendar name.
4. Tap Done on the top right to save your changes (iPhone only).

If you run into trouble with Google calendars not syncing to iPhone or have issues with the Apple Calendar app not syncing properly, take a look at our lists of fixes for these problems.

How to Add the Google Calendar App to iPhone or iPad

If you decide later that syncing Google Calendar with Apple Calendar on iPhone or iPad isn’t working for you, you don’t have to go without. You can always download the official Google Calendar app for iPhone and iPad and receive your event notifications as well.

1. Open the App Store and tap Get to download Google Calendar: Get Organized for free.
2. Once downloaded, open the Google Calendar app and follow the prompts to sign into your Google account.
3. You can then tap the Menu icon on the top left of the app to view your calendars or select Settings to adjust options for the app or your specific calendars.

4. To turn on notifications, open the Settings app on iPhone or iPad and tap Notifications.
5. Select Google Calendar and enable the toggle at the top for Allow Notifications.
6. You can then use the section beneath to adjust the options for the notifications you want to receive.

By adding and syncing Google Calendar to your iPhone or iPad, you’ll always be up to date on existing events and new ones. For more, look at how to link and use Google Calendar on your Apple Watch as well.

After all, your Apple ID is your passport to various Apple services, such as the App Store, iCloud, and iTunes. It allows you to sync your data across multiple devices, download applications, and do much more. If you’re suddenly stuck with an inactive Apple ID, it hampers your ability to use these services, disrupting the usually seamless Apple ecosystem experience.

Understanding the “Apple ID Is Not Active” Problem

The error “Apple ID is not active” can manifest differently and for various reasons. Here are some of the most common reasons:

• Apple System Status: The issue might be on your end, and it’s crucial to establish this before diving into more complex solutions. The Apple system status page provides real-time information about the operational status of all Apple services, letting you check Apple system status errors straight from the source. If there’s a glitch or disruption in Apple’s services, your Apple ID might show inactive.
• Incorrect Apple ID Password or Device Passcode: Apple’s stringent security protocols mean wrong passwords or passcodes aren’t taken lightly. If you’ve recently changed your Apple ID password or entered the wrong iPhone passcode too many times, it might result in your Apple ID being flagged as inactive.
• Suspicious Activity on Your Account: Apple continuously looks for unusual activity that could compromise your account’s security. Instances like attempts to sign in from an unfamiliar device or location or too many incorrect password attempts can lead Apple to deactivate your account temporarily for safety purposes.The same thing can happen if verification failed repeatedly, since this looks like someone other than the legitimate Apple user trying to access the Apple ID. For more information, have a look at Top 11 Ways to Fix Apple ID “Verification Failed” Error. You may also want to review How To Remove Devices From Your Apple ID or Find My.
• Software Update Issues: At the time of writing, iOS 16 is the latest version. If your iOS version is not updated for long enough, it may affect online functions and services at some point, including issues with your Apple ID.

There are some less common reasons why this might have happened, most of which require that you speak with Apple directly:

• Fraud: If there’s any suspicion of payment or identity fraud, this might trigger an account deactivation until you can resolve the issue with Apple. You may have to provide evidence to support your appeal.
• Violation of Apple’s Terms of Service: Remember that long legal document you accepted without reading it? Well, in a few rare cases, your account may have been deactivated because Apple thinks you’ve violated that agreement. Once again, you’ll have to clear this up with them directly.

Regaining Access to Your Account

It can be worrying to think of all that paid content locked up in your Apple ID, or how you’ll ever do data recovery if Apple won’t let you in. However, there are several ways you can regain access to your account:

1. Reset Apple ID Password: If you suspect that an incorrect password may be at the heart of the problem, your best bet is to reset it. To change passwords, you need to access your device’s password & security menu. Refer to our Apple ID password reset tutorial for detailed instructions.
2. Unlock Apple ID: There may be situations where your Apple ID is locked due to security reasons. In these cases, you would need to unlock your Apple ID. Visit iforgot.apple.com from any web browser, input your Apple ID, and follow the on-screen instructions. You might be required to answer your security questions or provide a phone number for ID verification.
3. Remove Apple ID: This is particularly relevant for devices stuck on the activation lock screen. If you are the owner, you can log into the iCloud account tied to the device and remove it. If you are not the owner, you would need their help to remove the device from their Apple ID. For more information, check out 3 Ways to Erase Your Old iPhone Before Trading It In.
4. Signing Out and Signing In Often, a simple sign out and sign back in can breathe life into your Apple ID.
5. Contacting Apple Support: The cavalry is only a phone call or a click away if all else fails. Apple Support offers robust help for issues with Apple IDs. They can guide you through advanced troubleshooting steps or help rectify issues from their end. If your account has been blocked from their side, and you’ve already tried all the methods within your power, they are literally the only ones who can listen to your appeal and do something about it.

Preventive Measures and Other Considerations

As they say, “Prevention is better than cure.” When it comes to the digital world, this old adage holds water more than ever. Adopting preventative measures can largely bypass frustrating hiccups such as the “Apple ID is not active” issue. Here are a few key strategies and considerations:

1. Regularly Update Passwords: One of the primary defenses against unauthorized access is a strong, unique password. Regularly changing your Apple ID password can thwart potential security threats.
2. Update iOS Firmware: With each new iOS update, Apple introduces a raft of security improvements and bug fixes. Keeping your device updated to the latest iOS version ensures you can take advantage of new features and significantly reduces the chances of encountering problems with your Apple ID.
3. Regular Checks of Apple and iCloud System Status: As mentioned above, this portal provides real-time information about the status of Apple’s services. Regular checks can help you stay abreast of any issues and prevent unnecessary worry if your Apple ID shows as inactive due to a problem on Apple’s end.
4. Two-Factor Authentication: This additional layer of security protects your account even if your password gets compromised. Anyone accessing your account must verify their identity with a secondary device. Turning this on can bolster your account security and mitigate issues with your Apple ID.
5. Data Backups: Always back up your data. Whether it’s information stored on iTunes, or any data on your iCloud, keeping regular backups ensures you won’t lose your precious data even if your Apple ID encounters issues. The iCloud backup feature, Finder backup, or iTunes offline backup are great options.
6. Apple ID on Android Devices: An Apple ID isn’t exclusive to Apple devices. You can access and manage your Apple ID account from an Android device or any device with a web browser. You should use a browser or non-Apple device to visit appleid.apple.com and familiarise yourself with this method before things go wrong. This can be a useful backup plan if you cannot access your Apple ID from your devices.

That’s the most important stuff you need to know. So now, take a deep breath and systematically work through the above-mentioned recovery methods. Your Apple ID is almost certainly safe, it just needs to be unlocked, and you’ll be on your merry way.

You might experience the “Unable to Load Photo” error for many reasons, and iCloud is just one of them. If you’re having trouble viewing images on your iPhone, don’t panic. Your iPhone photos are safe. This article will help you get some troubleshooting done and fix this issue.

1. Restart Your iPhone

Temporary system failure is the easiest to repair. A restart might fix it. System files can get corrupted and cause problems. One of them might be the “Unable to Load Photo” error.

Aside from resetting the system files, an iPhone restart will refresh your device’s random access memory (RAM). This can help your phone load images better and quicker.

2. Check Your iPhone Storage Space

If you’re not on iCloud+, you may have filled your iPhone storage with many photos and videos. This’ll happen even if you’ve regularly synced your photos to iCloud. The initial 5GB of free storage gets filled fast. If so, your device might have problems displaying images from the gallery or Photos app.

Here’s how to check your iPhone storage:

1. Go to the Settings app and select General.

2. Tap iPhone Storage.

3. Look at the Storage Used at the top of the screen and see how much you have left.

If you see that the iPhone’s local storage is full, delete some files and free up the space. This’ll help your device load images and other files.

3. Check the Internet Connection

If you’re trying to load photos from iCloud, your iPhone might fail to perform if your internet connection is weak or unstable. Switch to a different internet connection if you can. Perhaps Wi-Fi will perform better than your cellular data. If unable to connect to another network, try performing an internet speed test from your iPhone to check if the connection is good.

4. Force Quit and Reopen Photos App

Apps can crash no matter which smartphone you are using. It’s no different with iPhone. However, you can’t really know if the app is causing the problem. But if you receive an “Unable to load photo” error, the problem might lie in your Photos app. You can try force quitting and reopening the app to see if the issue will be gone.

To force close the Photos app, swipe up from the bottom to open the App Switcher. Tap the Photos app and swipe it up to close it.

To reopen the app, simply find it on your home screen or in the App Library and tap it.

5. Turn Off Data Saver

The data saver is a neat function when you don’t want to use too much general data on your phone. But it can prevent your apps from loading the images, especially if downloading and syncing with iCloud is going on in the background.

You should toggle off the data saver to prevent the “Unable to load photo” issue. This will also boost your mobile internet experience.

To deactivate the data saver on your iPhone:

1. Go to Settings and select Mobile Data.

2. Tap Mobile Data Options.

3. Toggle the Low Data Mode off.

If you’re on a Wi-Fi network:

1. Go to Settings and select Wi-Fi.

2. Find and tap your router.

3. Toggle off Low Data Mode.

Try opening a photo now and see if the “Unable to Load Photo” persists.

6. Enable Cellular Data

If you’re using a Wi-Fi network to sync to iCloud, and you’re trying to open a photo stored in iCloud while a Wi-Fi connection is unavailable or slow, you might want to turn your cellular data on. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Open Settings and select the Photos app.

2. Scroll down and find Mobile Data.

3. Toggle the Mobile Data on.

7. Allow Unlimited Data for Syncing

Allowing the Photos to use cellular data is necessary if you store your photos on iCloud. But you should also never set a limit on the data this app can use. If it reaches the data limit while syncing pics and videos, it will result in an “unable to load photo” or a similar error.

That’s why you should remove the data limit and allow iCloud Photos to use all the possible mobile network data to sync, upload, or download photos. But be warned, allowing unlimited data to iCloud Photos might drain all the available cellular data you have left.

1. Open Settings and select Photos.

2. Tap Mobile Data.

3. Toggle the Unlimited Updates to on.

Try opening your images now and see if this fixed the problem.

8. Disable Power Saver

If you turn on battery saver mode on your iPhone, you should know this might restrict certain apps from working to their full potential. This may cause Photos not to display the images you are trying to access. Try disabling low power mode on your iPhone and see if this fixes the issue.

1. Go to Settings and select Battery.

2. Toggle the Low Power Mode off.

9. Sign Out of Your Apple ID and Sign Back In

If you’re still experiencing the issue of not being able to load photos, you can try signing out and back into your Apple ID. Maybe the problem is with your iCloud account, which can’t access the photos stored in the cloud. Logging out and back in might fix this issue. Here’s how:

1. Go to Settings and tap the Apple ID Banner at the top. It should contain your name.

2. Scroll to the bottom and tap Sign Out.

3. The prompts will give you details on how to log out.

To log back in, tap the Apple ID Banner again and follow the prompts to log in.

10. Delete and Recover a Photo

If you’re getting the “Unable to load photo” error only when you try to open a specific image, try deleting it and recovering it. It could be that the image is broken because of an incomplete download, and the Photos app cannot display it properly.

To delete a photo:

1. Find the photo thumbnail in the Photos app, long-press it, and select Delete.

2. Select Delete Photo at the bottom of the screen.

On older iOS versions, you’ll see the Delete from Library option instead of the Delete.

To retrieve the photo from iCloud:

1. Open Photos and tap Albums, it should be towards the lower-right side of the screen.

2. Scroll down and find Recently Deleted.

3. Find the deleted photo and long-tap it.
4. Select Recover.

11. Perform an iOS Update

If your iOS version is too old, it might be unable to sync the iCloud Photos. Try updating your iOS and see if this helps your issue.

1. Go to the Settings app and select General.
2. Tap Software Update.

3. If there is an update available, tap Download and Install.

Note: If you see multiple update options, select the latest version.

12. Turn Off Optimize iPhone Storage Feature

If you have Optimize iPhone Storage enabled, your smartphone will store all high-quality images and videos on iCloud automatically. Only the low-resolution photos and videos will be saved to your phone’s local storage. Downloading the high-resolution photo from iCloud will result in the “Unable to Load Photo” error.

To remove image storage optimization:

1. Go to Settings and select Photos.
2. If there’s a blue checkmark next to it, tap Optimize iPhone Storage to disable it.

13. Use Apple Support

If the above fixes didn’t help you, contact Apple Support. There can be another reason behind your “Unable to Load Photo” error, and you might need professional help. Tell the Apple Support agent all the steps you tried to fix the issue.

Now go forth and capture all those special moments and stories close to your heart because nothing is worth more than preserving the memories!

However, despite its numerous benefits, there have been instances where the App Library has yet to appear on some devices. Here are a few practical fixes that can help restore your App Library if you encounter this glitch on your iPhone or iPad.

1. Check Your Notification Badges Settings

You might be looking for help not because your entire App Library is gone, but because iPad or iPhone apps that have moved to the App Library aren’t showing their notification badges.

Notification badges are where a small red circle appears on your app icons, indicating unread notifications. Sometimes, these notification badges do not appear in your App Library, causing you to overlook important notifications and make it seem like it needs to be fixed.

All you have to do is check if the setting to show notification badges in the App Library is enabled. To do this, navigate to Settings > Home Screen & Multitasking > Notification Badges.

Make sure that the Show in App Library option is enabled. If it was turned off, turning it on should make the notification badges appear in the App Library.

2. Restart Your Device

Like any tech, your iPhone or iPad sometimes needs a simple restart to resolve a problem. To do this, press and hold the side and volume buttons until the power off slider appears. You don’t need to hold the volume button down for devices with a Home Button.

Swipe the slider, wait for the device to switch off, and press the side button again to turn it back on. Sometimes a minor software glitch prevents the App Library from appearing on the last home screen, and a simple restart can resolve this.

For detailed instructions refer to our guide on how to restart your iPhone, although these methods work just as well for iPads.

3. Update Your iOS or iPadOS Device

Apple continually enhances its iOS with significant upgrades like iOS 15, iOS 16 and the upcoming iOS 17, often bundled with numerous bug fixes and new features.

If your App Library isn’t showing, update your iPhone or iPad to the latest iOS. If you’re unsure how to perform a software update, refer to our guide on how to manually check for a new update or start an iOS update. Specifically entry five – Manually Initiate the Update.

4. Ensure That App Library Is Enabled

The App Library is a feature you can turn on or off according to your preference. You or someone else using the device might have accidentally disabled the app library feature, but it’s easy enough to turn it back on again.

1. Open the Settings app on your iOS device.
2. Tap on Home Screen & Multitasking in the list of options.
3. Make sure Add to Home Screen is selected in the Newly Downloaded Apps section.

4. Also, ensure that Show App Library in Dock is selected.

If App Library Only was previously chosen, your apps will not appear on the home screen but only in the App Library.

5. Check Your Screen Time Settings

Screen Time, a utility introduced in iOS 12, allows you to monitor and control your device usage. It can also restrict certain features on your device.

Ensure it’s not preventing the App Library from showing by going to Settings > Screen Time. You need to modify the settings if the App Library is under the Content & Privacy Restrictions.

6. Remove and Reinstall Misbehaving Apps

A single app can sometimes cause glitches that affect other features on your device. If you notice that the App Library started behaving abnormally after a particular app was installed, consider removing that downloaded app to check if it resolves the issue.

1. Long-press the app icon, and select Remove App in the popup.

2. Choose Delete App.

3. Reinstall the app from the App Store if necessary.

7. Reset All Settings

If none of the above solutions work, consider resetting all settings on your iPhone or iPad. Before proceeding, remember that this step will revert all system settings to factory defaults.

You won’t lose any personal data, but settings related to your Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Do Not Disturb, Notifications, and others will be reset.

To do this, go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset [Device] > Reset > Reset All Settings.

8. Check for Hidden Home Screen Pages

Starting from iOS 14, Apple introduced a feature that allows iPhone and iPad users to hide entire home screen pages, consequently moving all the apps on those pages to the App Library. If you’ve unintentionally hidden a page, the apps you seek are present; they’ve been relocated to the App Library. Of course, that’s a problem if you can’t find the App Library, so one way around this is to unhide those hidden pages.

To unhide these pages:

1. Perform a long press on an empty area of your home screen until the app icons start jiggling.
2. Tap on the page dots at the bottom of the screen to open a bird’s eye view of all your home screen pages.

3. Check any pages you want to unhide and select Done.

9. Verify Your Apple ID and iCloud Settings.

Your Apple ID and iCloud settings are crucial in synchronizing your data across your devices. If you’ve recently updated to a new version of iOS or iPadOS, double-check that you’re signed into the correct Apple ID and that your iCloud settings are correctly configured, or this could affect whether the App Library displays correctly.

Go to Settings, tap on the banner at the top displaying your name, and ensure that the Apple ID shown is the one you want to use.

Next, tap iCloud and check that Apps Using iCloud includes all the apps you want to synchronize.

10. Leverage Siri or Spotlight Search

If you really can’t find or restore the app library to access your installed apps, there are two alternative ways to access apps on your iPhone or iPad: Siri and Spotlight Search.

Using Siri

Siri, Apple’s voice-activated personal assistant, can be a lifesaver when you’re trying to locate a seemingly missing app. To use Siri, you simply need to activate it and then ask it to open the app you’re trying to find.

To activate Siri, you can either hold down the side button (or the home button, for models that have one) or simply say “Hey Siri,” provided you’ve enabled this feature.

Once Siri is active, you can command it to open your app. Say something along the lines of, “Hey Siri, open [app name],” and Siri should promptly launch the app for you.

For instance, if you can’t locate your Facebook app, just say, “Hey Siri, open Facebook.” This command bypasses the need to locate the app icon, providing direct access instead.

Using Spotlight Search

Spotlight Search is another powerful tool built into your iPhone and iPad, serving as a central hub for all your device’s search needs. If you can’t find an app, simply swipe down on the iPad or iPhone home screen, which will reveal the search bar at the top. Here, you can type the name of the app you’re looking for.

As you start typing, your iPhone or iPad will populate a list of results. These results will include apps, suggested websites, Siri suggestions, and more.

The app you’re looking for should appear at the top of this list under the “Applications” heading. Simply tap on it to open the app directly.

11. Log Out and Log Back Into Your Apple ID

Sometimes, certain glitches may arise due to issues with your Apple ID. Logging out and then logging back into your Apple ID may help. Go to the Settings app and tap your name at the top.

Then scroll down and tap on Sign Out.

After signing out, restart your device, then go back to Settings and sign in with your Apple ID again.

12. Reinstall iOS or iPadOS

If you still face issues and all else has failed, consider reinstalling your operating system. Connect your device to a Mac or PC, then perform a restore using Finder (on Mac) or iTunes (on Windows). Make sure to back up your device first to prevent any data loss.

If you’re unsure how to reinstall or restore iOS using a Mac or PC, refer to our guide on how to restore iOS.

13. Contact Apple Support

If the App Library still isn’t showing up, it might be a hardware or more obscure software issue that’s to blame. In such a case, reaching out to Apple Support may be your best bet. You can contact them via their website or phone or even book an appointment at an Apple Store if one is available in your area.

For iPhone users or iPad fans, the App Library made it far easier to organize apps than any comparable solution so far on an Android device, and hopefully, with these comprehensive troubleshooting tips, you’ve found yours after shooing it out of its hiding place.

Luckily, there’s nothing wrong with your iPhone’s system software. In fact, it happens because of a space-conserving feature called ” automatic app offloading,” and you can turn it off whenever you want.

Why Your iPhone Keeps Uninstalling Apps

Automatic app offloading is a feature available on all iPhones running iOS 11 and later. It works by identifying and removing apps you do not frequently use. However, unlike a typical app uninstallation, automatic app offloading aims to free up storage without permanently deleting locally-generated documents and data.

Offloaded app icons remain on the Home Screen and App Library—a cloud-shaped symbol indicates an offloaded app. Tapping on the app icon will reinstall and restore its data, allowing you to pick up and continue where you left off.

The problem? While automatic app offloading can be convenient, it can lead to confusion and unexpected app removals. It can also pose issues if you live in an area with slow internet connectivity and need access to an offloaded app in a hurry.

If you prefer having control over your app installations, there’s a setting you can use to turn off automatic app offloading.

How to Stop Your iPhone From Offloading Apps Automatically

To stop your iPhone from offloading apps automatically, you must:

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Scroll down and tap App Store.
3. Disable the switch next to Offload Unused Apps.

To re-enable automatic app offloading, head back to Settings > App Store and activate the switch next to Offload Unused Apps.

How to Offload Apps Manually on iPhone

Regardless of whether automatic app offloading is active or inactive, you always have the option to offload apps manually on an iPhone. Here’s how:

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Go to General > iPhone Storage.
3. Tap the app you want to offload.
4. Tap Offload App.
5. Tap Offload App again on the confirmation pop-up.

To reinstall the offloaded app, tap its icon on the Home Screen or App Library.

Stop Your iPhone From Auto-Uninstalling Apps

Although automatic app offloading on the iPhone optimizes storage space while preserving app data, it can be frustrating to wait until apps redownload themselves if you want to open them quickly. But as you just learned, turning off the feature is easy. You can still offload apps manually as and when you want.

In this troubleshooting guide, we’ll explore several solutions to fixing the “iMessage is Signed Out” error on the iPhone so you can go back to sending and receiving text messages via iMessage. The instructions below also apply to the iPad and iPod touch.

1. Check the iMessage Servers

Kick things off by checking if the iMessage servers are functioning properly. This can help you determine if the “iMessage is Signed Out” error is related to server outages or a problem specific to your device.

To do that, open Safari and visit Apple’s System Status page. If there’s an issue listed next to iMessage, wait until Apple fixes it.

2. Enable and Sign Into the iMessage Service

If the “iMessage is Signed Out” error occurs on a newly set-up iPhone, you must check if iMessage is active on the device. You must also check if you’re signed into the service with your Apple ID or iCloud account. To do that:

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Scroll down and tap Messages.
3. Enable the switch next to iMessage if inactive.

4. Tap the option labeled Send & Receive.
5. Tap Use your Apple ID for iMessage.
6. Tap Sign In.

Note: If it appears you’re already signed in with your Apple ID, tap the email address next to Apple ID and tap Sign Out. Then, tap the Use your Apple ID for iMessage option and sign in again.

7. Make sure both your phone number and email address are enabled under the You Can Receive iMessages to and Reply From section. You won’t see a phone number if you’re on an iPad or iPod touch.

3. Check Your Internet Connection

A stable and reliable internet connection is essential for iMessage to function correctly. If it’s slow or not working (load Fast.com to test your internet speed), begin by toggling Airplane Mode. To do that, go to Settings and enable and disable the switch next to Airplane Mode.

If that doesn’t help, try other quick fixes like restarting your Wi-Fi router, connecting to another wireless network, and switching to cellular data and vice versa. If the problem persists, learn additional techniques to troubleshoot a slow Wi-Fi or mobile data connection.

4. Restart the Apple Device

Rebooting an iPhone is an extremely effective fix against numerous software glitches that crop up in apps and services. If you already haven’t done that, just say, “Hey Siri, restart iPhone,” and tap Restart on the confirmation pop-up.

Haven’t set up Siri on your iPhone yet? Learn other ways to restart an iOS device.

5. Disable and Enable iMessage & FaceTime

If the “iMessage is Signed Out” error continues to pop up on your iPhone, reset iMessage to refresh the connection and settings associated with the service. It’s also best to reset FaceTime while you’re at it. Here’s how:

1. Open Settings and tap Messages.
2. Disable the switch next to iMessage.

3. Head back to the main Settings menu and tap FaceTime.
4. Turn off the switch next to FaceTime.

5. Restart your iPhone and re-enable iMessage and FaceTime.

If you see a “Waiting for activation” notice within the FaceTime and iMessage settings screens for 24 hours or more, refer to our iMessage and FaceTime activation error troubleshooting guide.

6. Re-Sync the Time With Apple’s Servers

An incorrect time or time zone on your iPhone often causes issues with online services like iMessage. Re-sync the device’s clock with the Apple servers to fix that. Here’s how:

1. Open Settings and tap General.
2. Tap Date & Time.
3. Disable and re-enable the switch next to Set Automatically if the time and time zone appears wrong. If that does not help, manually set the date and time on your iPhone.

7. Check Your iMessage Region

An “iMessage is Signed Out” error can crop up due to an incorrect iMessage region setting. To fix that:

1. Open Settings and tap Messages.
2. Tap Send & Receive.
3. Tap the email address next to Apple ID.

4. Tap Change Location.
5. Check Region. If it’s not accurate, pick your current region and tap Save.

8. Disable Virtual Private Networks

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) can cause regional mismatches with iMessage and prevent it from working normally. If you use a VPN, turn it off and check if that makes a difference.

To do that, open Settings and disable the switch next to VPN. Learn other ways to turn off a VPN on the iPhone.

9. Update the System Software

Using an outdated system software version on the iPhone also means you’re using an older version of the Messages app, which can cause issues with iMessage. If automatic iOS updates are disabled, here’s how to update the system software to its latest version:

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap General > Software Update.
3. Tap Download and Install to update iOS to its latest version.

10. Reset Your iPhone’s Settings

Resetting network settings on your iPhone is an effective troubleshooting step for persistent network-related errors that cause iMessage to sign out. To do that

1. Open the Settings app and tap General > Transfer or Reset iPhone.
2. Tap Reset.
3. Tap Reset Network Settings.
4. Enter your device passcode.
5. Tap Reset Network Settings again.

Note: A network settings reset erases your Wi-Fi passwords. Because of that, you must rejoin any Wi-Fi networks you were previously connected to manually. However, your cellular data settings should auto-update, and any Bluetooth connections with other wireless devices should remain intact.

If resetting your iPhone’s network settings doesn’t fix the problem, tap Reset All Settings to reset all settings—privacy, accessibility, network, etc.—to factory defaults. This fixes additional issues stemming from a corrupt settings configuration.

Sort Out the iMessage Signed Out Error on iPhone

Encountering the “iMessage is Signed Out” error on the iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch can be frustrating, but you can restore iMessage functionality with the right solutions. Whether it’s checking the iMessage servers, disabling and enabling iMessage and FaceTime, or resetting the device’s network settings, you have multiple options to deal with this error.

If everything fails and you still encounter the “iMessage is Signed Out” error, it’s time to seek assistance from Apple Support. You should receive personalized guidance and additional troubleshooting tips to fix iMessage.

This tutorial will teach you how to disconnect or unpair a 1st or 2nd generation Apple Pencil from an iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro, or iPad mini.

Why You Should Disconnect or Unpair an Apple Pencil

When you pair an Apple Pencil with an iPad, it always remains connected via Bluetooth, even when you aren’t actively using it. Although this is ideal since you can just pick up and use it, there are instances where you’d want to cut the connection between the devices.

For example, if you have trouble using the Apple Pencil, briefly unlinking it from your iPad refreshes the connection and helps resolve random technical glitches. There’s no physical switch or dedicated setting for that, so the only way to disconnect your Apple Pencil is to disable Bluetooth on your iPad.

On the other hand, if you encounter persistent connectivity issues with the Apple Pencil, plan to refrain from using it for an extended period, or need to conserve battery life, your best option is to unpair the stylus from your iPad. This is possible through the Bluetooth settings in iPadOS.

How to Disable Bluetooth on Your iPad

Disabling Bluetooth on your iPad is the quickest way to disconnect your Apple Pencil temporarily. However, toggling off Bluetooth also disconnects you from other Bluetooth devices (e.g., the AirPods), so it’s best to keep that in mind.

To disable Bluetooth, just open the Settings app via the Home Screen or App Library, tap Bluetooth, and disable the switch next to Bluetooth.

To re-activate Bluetooth and re-establish the connection with your Apple Pencil, go back to Settings > Bluetooth and turn on the Bluetooth switch.

Note: Disabling Bluetooth via the Control Center on your iPad does not disconnect first-party Apple devices like the Apple Pencil. Hence, always use the Settings app to disable Bluetooth.

How to Unpair an Apple Pencil From Your iPad

If you want to completely stop using your Apple Pencil or troubleshoot persistent connectivity issues, unpairing (or forgetting) it is the appropriate step. By forgetting the device, you remove its pairing information from your iPad.

That stops your iPad from seeking your Apple Pencil and vice versa, preserves battery life, and resolves problems stemming from a corrupt Bluetooth cache.

Note: If you’re using a 2nd generation Apple Pencil, detach it from your iPad’s magnetic connector before you begin.

To unpair an Apple Pencil from the iPad:

1. Open the Settings app, tap Bluetooth on the sidebar, and tap the Info icon next to Apple Pencil.

2. Tap the Forget This Device option.

3. Tap Forget Device on the confirmation pop-up.

To use your Apple Pencil with your iPad again, you must re-pair both devices. The process differs depending on whether you use a 1st or 2nd generation Apple Pencil.

• Reconnect 1st Generation Apple Pencil: Plug in the Lightning connector of the Apple Pencil into the Lighting port of the iPad.
• Reconnect 2nd Generation Apple Pencil: Clamp the Apple Pencil into the magnetic connector on the right side of the iPad.

You Now Know How to Disconnect or Unpair Your Apple Pencil

Knowing how to disconnect or unpair your Apple Pencil gives the flexibility to manage how it works with your iPad. You can temporarily disconnect it by disabling Bluetooth, or “forget” the stylus if you need to troubleshoot persistent issues or stop using it for an extended period.