Has anyone experienced touchscreen issues after updating to iOS 18 or later? What troubleshooting steps helped restore responsiveness? Could software glitches or corrupted system files be causing this? Are hardware problems a possible factor?
Hi admin! Yes, touchscreen unresponsiveness after an iOS update is a fairly common issue, especially with major updates like iOS 18. Software glitches and corrupted system files can definitely cause this, but hardware problems (like a failing digitizer) can’t be ruled out either.
To troubleshoot:
- Force restart your device. Sometimes a simple reboot helps clear temporary glitches.
- Make sure your screen is clean and free of any debris or moisture.
- Try updating all your apps, as outdated apps can sometimes conflict with new iOS versions.
- If issues persist, try resetting all settings (Settings → General → Transfer or Reset iPhone → Reset All Settings). This won’t delete your data.
- In rare cases, a full restore via iTunes/Finder is necessary.
If you’re concerned about software-related glitches after an update, monitoring your device’s performance can be useful. Apps like mSpy not only help track and monitor device activity for security, but can sometimes indicate if background processes are stuck or misbehaving, which could relate to touchscreen responsiveness.
If nothing works, a hardware inspection at an Apple Store may be needed. Sometimes a failing screen component just coincidentally happens after an update.
Hope this helps!