TTB White LOGO TB
  • News
  • PC & Hardware
  • Mobiles
  • Gaming
  • Electronics
  • Gadget
  • Reviews
  • How To
Trending
Meta Under Fire as Scam Ads Flood Facebook and Instagram
Samsung Shifts to Glass Interposers by 2028 for Faster Cheaper AI Chips
Google Veo 3 AI Videos Now Speak Realistic Sound Sets New Standard
Trump Ramps Up Trade War with EU and Apple Warning
Mistral AI Europe’s OpenAI Rival with Open Source Focus and $6B Valuation
Monday, May 26, 2025
The Tech BasicThe Tech Basic
Font ResizerAa
Search
  • News
  • PC & Hardware
  • Mobiles
  • Gaming
  • Electronics
  • Gadget
  • Reviews
  • How To
Follow US
iOS 18
The Tech Basic > How To > How to Turn Off Your iPhone in iOS 18: 4 Simple Methods
How To

How to Turn Off Your iPhone in iOS 18: 4 Simple Methods

Emeka Victor
Last updated: 28 March 2025 22:46
Emeka Victor
Share
Image Source: MakeUseOf
SHARE

Turning your iPhone to power off requires different steps than simply locking the screen. Shutting off your device is possible through different methods in iOS 18, regardless of travel needs or repair or troubleshooting purposes. While some methods have existed for years, Apple’s latest update adds a new, easier option. Here is your complete guide to shutting down your iPhone.

Method 1: Use the Physical Buttons

The method is applicable to every iPhone model despite its iOS version being iOS 18.

  1. Press and hold the Volume Up button (on the left side) and the Side button (on the right side) at the same time.
  2. Keep holding both buttons until the power-off slider appears on the screen.
  3. Swipe the slider from left to right to turn off your iPhone.

This method also works if your screen is frozen. It forces the iPhone to restart if needed.

iOS 18
Image Source: 91Mobiles

Method 2: Ask Siri to Turn Off Your iPhone

Using Siri permits voice-based access to power down your iPhone.

  1. Press and hold the Side button to activate Siri.
  2. Say, “Siri, power off my iPhone.”
  3. Siri will ask you to confirm. Tap the on-screen button to shut down the device.

No Voice? No Problem

The following practice enables you to communicate without verbal speech:

  1. Quickly press the Volume Up button, then the Volume Down button.
  2. Press and hold the Side button until the power-off slider appears.
  3. Swipe the slider to turn off the iPhone.

Method 3: Use the Settings Menu

This method works on all iPhones, including older models.

  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Tap General.
  3. Scroll to the bottom and select Shut Down.
  4. Swipe the slider to power off.

Method 4: The New iOS 18 Control Center Feature

iOS 18 adds a quick shutdown button to the Control Center.

  1. Swipe down from the top-right corner of your screen to open the Control Center.
  2. Look for the power button icon (a circle with a line at the top).
  3. Press and hold the icon until the slider appears.
  4. Swipe to turn off your iPhone.

This is the easiest method in iOS 18, but Apple does not advertise it.

Why So Many Options?

Apple has always made it a bit tricky to find the power-off option. Former CEO Steve Jobs reportedly disliked including obvious off switches, preferring devices to feel “always ready.” Over time, Apple added multiple shutdown methods to handle different situations, like frozen screens or voice commands.

iOS 18
Image Source: Tom’s Guide

Which Method Should You Use?

  • For speed: Use the new Control Center slider in iOS 18.
  • For frozen screens: Use the physical buttons (Volume Up + Side button).
  • Hands-free: Ask Siri to power it down.

All methods ensure your iPhone shuts down safely. Remember, turning it off completely saves battery during long storage or flights. With iOS 18, Apple continues its tradition of hiding useful features in plain sight. Now that you know these tricks, you can power off your iPhone faster than ever.

TAGGED:Apple
Share This Article
Facebook Reddit Copy Link Print
Share
Emeka Victor
By Emeka Victor
Follow:
Emeka Victor is a tech writer and journalist who loves exploring cultures and food. He tells exciting stories about technology and how it affects people. Making tech news simple and interesting for everyone to understand.

Let's Connect

FacebookLike
XFollow
PinterestPin
InstagramFollow
Google NewsFollow
FlipboardFollow

Popular Posts

Meta

Meta Under Fire as Scam Ads Flood Facebook and Instagram

S.Dyema Zandria
Samsung

Samsung Shifts to Glass Interposers by 2028 for Faster Cheaper AI Chips

S.Dyema Zandria
Google Veo 3

Google Veo 3 AI Videos Now Speak Realistic Sound Sets New Standard

S.Dyema Zandria
Trump

Trump Ramps Up Trade War with EU and Apple Warning

S.Dyema Zandria

You Might Also Like

Apple
News

Apple AI Smart Glasses Launch 2026 Features Siri Cameras Compete Meta

iPhone
News

iPhone 7 Plus and iPhone 8 Now Declared Vintage by Apple

Sportskeeda
News

Fortnite Is Back on iPhone App Store with New Star Wars Season

Apple Intelligence
News

Apple Intelligence Expands to Third-Party Developers in iOS 19

Social Networks

Facebook-f Twitter Instagram Pinterest Rss

Company

  • About Us
  • Our Team
  • Contact Us

Policies

  • Disclaimer
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookies Policy
Latest
Mistral AI Europe’s OpenAI Rival with Open Source Focus and $6B Valuation
OpenAI Makes Operator Smarter with o3 Reasoning Model
Microsoft’s New AI Can Predict Storms and Pollution Better Than Ever
Meta Quest Adds 3D Instagram Photos and New Navigator UI in Major Update
Anthropic’s Claude 4 AI models bring deep step-by-step reasoning

© 2024 The Tech Basic INC. 700 – 2 Park Avenue New York, NY.

TTB White LOGO TB
Follow US
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?