Are you unable to receive notifications when you receive phone calls? You could be experiencing an isolated issue. Restarting your device forcefully should help.
In the same way the problem could be caused by tinkering with the Notification settings and not having them changed to the correct settings.
While I’ve not personally encountered the issue but I have some the experience of fixing the issue. It appeared when I was looking at my friends iPhone X. She requested that I check her phone. We went over the solutions that I found to work for me in the following paragraphs.
How Can You Fix the issue with iPhone’s missed call notification?
There are numerous fixes available, which comprise:
Solution 1 Solution 1: Allow Notifications
Have you recently played around with you iPhone settings? It is possible that you have removed missed call notifications from your Phone application.
Here’s how you can fix this:
- Click on Settings application > notifications button
- Toggle Allow Notifications for
Solution 2: Turn Do Not Disturb Mode On & Off
Make sure that Do Not Disturb has been turned on. You won’t receive notifications of any incoming texts, calls or social media notifications if this is the scenario.
Here’s how to check and turn off DND:
- Go to Settings > Do Not Disturb.
- Switch DND off (should change from green to grey)
Solution 3: Disable the call blocking
There’s a good chance that you’ve blocked the person or people whose calls you’re waiting for.
To correct this issue:
- Open Settings > Phone
- Press on Call Blocking and Identification
- Delete the number(s)
Solution 4 4. Upgrade Your Operating System
When did you last upgraded iOS? It’s possible that your system has tripped out if it’s been for a while.
There are two methods to install the most current iOS Version.
Method 1.
- Opening Settings > General > Software Upgrade
- Tap Install
Method 2.
- Launch iTunes
- Connect your iPhone into your computer’s USB port.
- Locate the Device tab.
- Click the Summary tab.
- Click to update your iPhone
No matter which method you pick regardless of the method you choose, you’ll need an internet connection that is stable to keep your phone updated.
Solution 5: Reset Network Settings
There’s a chance that you’re dealing with an issue with your network. To fix it, you’ll need some effort – you’ll need restart your networks settings. The previously saved WiFi credentials, VPN setting, and Bluetooth pairings will disappear.
Here’s how:
- Tap the Settings icon . General > Transfer, Reset or Reset iPhones > Reset
- Click Reset Network Settings
- Enter the passcode for your device to verify your device’s identity.
Your phone will reboot after the reset has been completed. Make an experiment call and then check whether you get missed calls.
6. Force Restart
Try force-restarting. Any small glitch that could be the cause of the issue will be eliminated.
Now:
The force restart procedure is different with respect to different iPhone models..
Follow these steps with iPhones using Face ID, and iPhone 8 and also on 2nd and 3rd generation SE:
- Press and then quickly release on your Volume-Up Button
- Press and then release quickly from the volume down button.
- Continue to hold your Side button down until you see the Apple logo screen pops up.
7 or 7 Plus
- Hold on the volume buttons and home until the Apple logo appear.
6S 1. Gen SE and earlier models:
- Hold and press both the Power as well as Home keys until you can see the Apple logo pop up.
Solution 7 Solution 7: Factory Reset (Master Reset)
If you’re still struggling take the heavy guns from your arsenal – We’re talking factory resets. Be aware that all your personal information will be erased.
Make sure to backup your files prior to the backup. Here’s how:
- Open Settings from the home screen.
- Touch your Apple ID
- Tap the iCloud
- Choose Backup Now
Here’s how to reset your factory settings:
- Open the Settings app > General > Transfer , or Reset iPhone
- Click Reset
- Select to erase all content and Settings
- Please enter the Apple ID password to proceed
Make sure you spend just a few minutes in setting up your device.
Option 8: Restore Apple iPhone
In the event that the factory reset did not succeed, you could attempt using recovery mode. It’s more extensive and is only for the most difficult software issues. Again, all of personal information you have stored will be erased , so be sure to ensure you backup your files before doing so.
Recovery mode exiting can be extremely risky, but. It can lead to mistakes.
Here’s how:
- Start iTunes (download the most recent version)
- Connect your iPhone into your computer’s USB port.
- Shut down all other programs running
- Follow the buttons below based on the model of your iPhone model:
- Models using Face ID Hold on to the button that turns the volume up followed by pressing the Volume Down button. Release them when the screen for recovery appears.
- SE (2nd generation) and 8 8: Hold your Volume up button and then press the volume down button. Release when you notice the recovery screen appear.
- 7 and 7 Plus Hold and press the Power and Volume down buttons simultaneously and release them once you have seen the recovery screen appear.
- 6s SE (2nd Gen) and older model:Press while holding the Power and Home buttons until you see the screen for recovery
- Choose your device from the Finder
- There will be an update or Restore iPhone alternative. Select Restore
The whole process should last approximately 15 minutes. Make sure you don’t disconnect halfway through.
Solution 9: Open DFU Mode
Before I proceed to my final fix, I’d suggest using DFU Mode. This is reserved for the most arduous software issues you could have to deal with.
All of your personal information will be deleted. Do not disconnect halfway through entering DFU mode, either.
Here’s how you start Device Firmware Update mode:
- Download the most current version of iTunes on your PC
- Attach your smartphone to your computer’s USB port.
- Stop all the other programs that are running
- Select the following buttons according to the model of your iPhone model:
- Models that have Face ID Hold and press on the power button for approximately five seconds, and then put your fingers on the volume down button. Hold for a couple of seconds. Then release the Power button, but continue pressing your Volume Down key for five additional minutes. The screen should remain black.
- 8.2 and SE (second generation): Press and hold the Power Off button for about a couple of seconds. Do similar for the Volume Down button. Hold your finger on both buttons for approximately 10 seconds. Then let release the power button, but keep holding your Volume Down switch. The screen should remain dark.
- 7 or 7 Plus 7 Plus: Hold your Power button on for couple of seconds, and then hold the Home key. The screen should remain black.
- 6S SE (first-generation) and older models Holding the power button about a couple of seconds after which press and hold on the Home button. Release the Power button, but continue in holding it for five additional minutes. The screen should remain black.
Solution 10 Contact Apple Support Apple Support
Call your nearby Apple Store if experiencing issues. You might have damaged or dropped your cell modem. Based on the warranty you have you’ll be able get the damages repaired at no cost.
FAQ
I’ve provided answers to some frequently asked questions in the following.
Why My iPhone Doesn’t Remind Me of Missed calls?
There are numerous reasons to consider for this, including:
- The Notification settings on your iPhone could be incorrectly configured. Notifications for calls won’t appear when you turn on the iPhone security screen, unless you’ve turned off alerts for the phone application.
- There’s a chance that you’re experiencing an isolated glitchthat is fixable with a force restart. Resetting your factory settings and entering recovery mode or entering DFU mode may assist if you’re dealing with an even more severe glitch or an error.
- Do Not Disturb could be on. Try turning off. If you’re struggling with an error or glitch then turning DND on and off could aid in fixing the issue.
- It could be that you are experiencing an issue with your network. It is possible to get rid of it by resetting the settings for your network.
Final Thoughts
The issue can arise due to a myriad of causes. But, I did run through some solutions that may assist.
