Here's why your iPhone is in SOS mode and how to fix it

Your iPhone shows SOS mode, can't make calls or access the Internet? Don't worry, this article will explain the meaning, reasons and solutions of the iPhone SOS mode.

Detailed explanation of iPhone SOS mode

iPhone SOS mode does not mean that your phone is in a state of emergency. It means that your device is not connected to a cellular network and can only make emergency calls via satellite. This feature is suitable for Australia, Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan and some European regions. Other regions will display "No service" or "Searching". Requires iPhone 14, 15, or 16 running iOS 18.2 or later.

Reasons for iPhone SOS Mode

Your iPhone may enter SOS mode for the following reasons:

• Signal blind spots: The most common reason is that you enter the signal blind spot. Even the widest network has no coverage areas, and if you walk to or drive into one of these areas, you won’t be able to make calls.

• Operator interruption: Occasional interruption of operators affecting customers across the country. When this happens, the operator will communicate with the customer to inform the service of the recovery time. You can use sites like Down Detector (US) or DownDetector (UK) to see if there is a problem with your carrier.

• Cellular Data is Off: In Settings or Control Center, you can turn off the cellular network like you would turn off Wi-Fi.

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Tap Cellular Mobile Networks (Mobile Services if you are in the UK).
  3. If gray instead of green is displayed, tap to turn it on.

Operation in iPhone SOS mode

In SOS mode, your iPhone can only make emergency services, such as 911 in the United States. If you are using iPhone 14 or later, you can also use the Satellite Emergency SOS feature to send text messages to emergency services without cellular and Wi-Fi coverage. With iOS 18, you can also send iMessages or SMS via satellite without cellular coverage.

How to solve the iPhone SOS mode

If your iPhone is in SOS mode, first check your surroundings. Try moving it to see if your phone can connect. Signal blind spots can be avoided by walking or driving to other areas. If you usually have a signal at your location, try turning off and re-opening the cellular network button on your phone to force it to reconnect.

Finally, restarting can sometimes solve the connection problem. Press and hold the Power button and the Volume Up button until the power-off slider appears. Slide shutdown, wait for about 15 seconds, and then hold the power button until the Apple logo appears.

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