iPhone 16 Stuck on Apple Logo During Setup, How to Fix? 5 Methods!

Fix 1: Force Restart iPhone 16

To resolve iPhone 16 setup issues, particularly if your device is stuck on the Apple logo during setup, a force restart can be an effective solution. It’s also the most basic and the simplest solution you could try.

This method doesn’t erase your data, so it’s a safe first step to take when troubleshooting iPhone 16 setup issues. Here’s how to force restart iPhone 16/Pro/Pro Max:

• Quickly press and release the Volume Up button: This is the button on the left side of your iPhone, closest to the top.
• Quickly press and release the Volume Down button: Right below the Volume Up button, press this and release it swiftly.
• Press and hold the Side button: This is the button on the right side of your iPhone. Continue holding it down, even after the screen goes black. Keep holding until the Apple logo appears again.

This force restart forces your iPhone 16 to shut down and reboot, which can help clear any temporary software glitches that might be causing it to get stuck on the Apple logo during setup.

Fix 2: Fix iPhone 16 with iTunes (Time-Consuming)

If your iPhone set up stuck even after a force restart, using iTunes to restore the device can be an effective, though time-consuming and a computer is needed, solution. Here’s how you can do it.

• Connect your iPhone 16 to a computer that has iTunes installed.
• Open iTunes and select your iPhone 16 from the device list.
• Click on "Summary" in the left-hand menu.

• Choose "Restore iPhone" and confirm your selection when prompted.

  
• iTunes will download the latest version of iOS and begin restoring your iPhone. This process may take some time, depending on your internet speed and the computer's performance.
• Once the restore is complete, your iPhone will restart, and you can attempt the setup process again.

This method can help resolve the issue of your iPhone setup being stuck by reinstalling the iOS, which may clear any software glitches causing the problem.

Fix 3: Enter Recovery Mode with One-Click

In many cases, simply entering and exiting the Recovery Mode of your iPhone might solve the problem. Plus, Recovery Mode is also useful if you’re trying to completely restore your iPhone from a Mac or PC. But many people find it tricky to enter recovery mode. In that case, the simplest method to enter it is using Tenorshare ReiBoot.

Method 1: How to use ReiBoot to put iPhone in Recovery Mode with one-click for free:

• Open Tenorshare ReiBoot on your computer after installing it. Make sure your iPhone is properly connected to the computer using a USB cable. On ReiBoot’s main page, click the “Enter” button in the bottom-left part in the “Recovery Mode” section.

  

• Wait for a few moments, and your iPhone will automatically enter Recovery Mode.

  

Method 2: To manually put your iPhone 16 into recovery mode, follow these steps:

• Connect your iPhone 16 to a computer using the original cable that came with your device. Make sure the computer has the latest version of iTunes installed.
• Open iTunes on your Mac or PC.
• With your iPhone connected, force restart it using the following steps. Don't release the buttons when you see the Apple logo. Instead, continue holding them until the recovery mode screen appears: Press and quickly release the Volume Up button.- Press and quickly release the Volume Down button. - Press and hold the Side button (also known as the Power button) until you see the recovery mode screen with the "Connect to iTunes" icon, then release the button.

• In iTunes, you should see a message saying that your iPhone is in Recovery Mode. You will then be given the option to Update or Restore your iPhone's software.

  

Exit recovery mode: Simply press and hold the Side button (Power button) until the "Connect to iTunes" screen disappears, and your iPhone will reboot back into iOS.

iPhone recovery mode video guide:

Fix 4: Use ReiBoot to Fix iOS System Quickly (No Data Loss)

If you’re still stuck on iPhone logo with no help from previous solutions, it’s time to completely repair your iOS system using ReiBoot iOS system recovery tool. ReiBoot is an advanced iOS system repairing tool that can completely repair your iOS system to remove any glitches and faulty files. And the best part is, the “Standard Repair” option, which is the quick way of repairing your iOS system, doesn’t even erase your data.

Here’s how to use ReiBoot to fix iPhone 16 stuck on Apple logo during setup:

• Download and install ReiBoot on your PC or Mac. Launch the ReiBoot application once it has been successfully installed on your computer. Connect your iPhone to the PC or Mac. Choose Start Repair button.

  

• Choose “Standard Repair”. This is the recommended method for fixing common iOS issues without data loss.

  

• Select “Download” to download the iOS system firmware. This may take a few minutes depending on your internet speed. Press the “Start Standard Repair” button once the download is completed.

  

• Wait for a few minutes. When it’s done, your iOS system has been repaired, and now the setup process should work just fine!

  

Extra Tip: New iPhone 16 Manual Set Up User Guide

Now that we’ve talked about the iPhone 16 setup pro issues, let’s walk you through a quick manual setup guide. The user guide is useful if you need step-by-step instructions to set up your iPhone properly.

Apple does not give you a printed user guide in the box. But, it does give you an online manual that you can access from any device. To access the guide from any device, follow this link: https://support.apple.com/en-sg/guide/iphone/welcome/ios

Alternatively, if you have another Apple device, you can open the Books app and access the user guide from there as well. However, accessing it online using the link provided above is simply easier and faster.

Conclusion

iPhone 16 stuck on Apple logo? First thing you could try is force restarting your iPhone.

If that doesn’t work, the best way to go about it is to repair your iOS system using an advanced tool. Tenorshare ReiBoot is the recommended option, since it’s one of the quickest and most user-friendly options out there.