How to Fix iPhone Standby Mode Turning Off or Not Turning On Issue

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The iPhone’s standby mode turns our phones into smart displays that provide quick access to useful information and new ways to see what’s happening in real time. With such an interesting feature, what happens when the mode doesn’t activate the way it should or turns off unexpectedly? Let’s see how we can resolve this situation and continue to enjoy the standby mode we want.

What to do when standby mode is not activated
Sometimes we may find ourselves in a situation where the standby mode is not activated automatically, as it should be. The first thing we should do is verify that our iPhone is placed correctly horizontally and that the screen is tilted, not flat. For example, a MagSafe stand like the Belkin BoostCharge Pro helps keep the device in the correct position and helps the iPhone know that it should activate standby.

If this mode is still not active, be sure to check if this feature is enabled in the Settings app under the Standby Mode option. If it is, an effective solution might be to disable and re-enable it. Other than that, we can try turning off the iPhone and then turning it back on until we see that everything works fine.

What to do when standby mode turns off unexpectedly
If standby mode is active but then deactivated after some time, the solution includes checking certain settings. First, in Settings > Standby > Display, make sure that the “Turn off screen” option is set to “Never”.

Also check that Low Power Mode is not activated, as this may cause the screen to turn itself off after a period of inactivity. This option can be found in Settings > Battery, or via Siri with a simple “Hey Siri, turn off low power mode”.

Finally, it’s important to remember that Continuous Standby Mode requires an iPhone with an always-on display and is currently only available on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro.

Apparently, iOS 17’s standby mode is a very interesting change for the iPhone. An option to access relevant information while the device is charging. As we have just seen, this mode will be activated on time and remain active when we need it.