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How to Fix Siri Not Working after iOS 12/12.1 Update

[Summary]: Finding the Siri does not work after you update to iOS 12 and cannot figure it out? Get the top 6 troubleshooting fixes in this tutorial to fix Siri not working on iPhone X/8/7/6S/6 after iOS 12 update.

Siri Is Not Talking or Available?

“I just upgraded iPhone 7 to the latest iOS 12 version. I found that everything goes well except Siri. Siri didn’t listen when I was talking. How to fix Siri not working after an iOS 12 update?”

siri not working

Siri doesn’t pick up your voice anymore? Siri not respond on your iPhone/iPad? Hey Siri or Siri Dictation doesn’t work? In general, after upgrading their iPhone to the latest iOS 12, users will find Siri more natural and smarter than ever. It can learn the user’s preferences and become a professional assistant for them. In addition, Siri can translate English into different languages, it can even identify dialogues. However, some users complain that Siri can’t working on iOS 12. In this troubleshooting guide, we will go over top 6 solutions that could help you figure out Siri Stop Working After iOS 12 Update Issue.

The Best 6 Troubleshooting Methods

Solution 1: Restart Siri

To restart Siri, you should go to Settings > Siri > Tap on the Siri button to turn it off, and turn it on after seconds. This method is easy but could be effective.

restart siri

Solution 2: Enable “Hey Siri”

When you speak “Hey Siri” and find Siri not responding? You can check to see if you have turned on “Hey Siri” option. Access Hey Siri by taping Settings > Siri > Allow “Hey Siri”. Once done, you can say “Hey Siri, what’s the weather?” and other similar questions, then it will answer you.

enable siri

Solution 3: Refresh “Dictation”

Using Siri requires you to turn on Dictation on your iOS 12 iPhone/iPad. To fix Siri not picking up voice after updating to iOS 12, you can go to Settings > General > Enable Dictation, toggle it off and then switch it on again.

refresh dictation

Solution 4: Force Restart Your iPhone

Sometimes, you can force restart your iPhone to fix Siri Not Working on iPhone/iPad in iOS 12 issue.

For iPad, iPhone 6, 6s, 6 Plus, and earlier

Press and hold the Home button and Power button (Sleep/Wake) until the Apple Logo appears.

For iPhone 7 & 7 Plus

Press and hold the Side button and Volume Down button until the Apple Logo appears.

For iPhone 8, 8 Plus, X & XS

Press the Volume Up button and release it.
Press the Volume Down button and release it.
Press and hold the Side button until the Apple Logo appears.

Solution 5: Reset Network Settings

You can also try to erase network settings which may be benefit for solving Siri not working issue. After resetting, all the saved Wi-Fi password will be wiped. Go to: Setting >> General >> Reset >> Reset Network Settings.

reset iphone network

Solution 6: Fix Siri Not Working by iOS System Recovery

If you are still trouble by a unworkable Siri, you are recommended to use iOS System Recovery to fix the issue. iOS System Recovery enables you to fix iOS issues for many common scenarios, such as DFU mode, recovery mode, iTunes logo, looping on the Apple logo, black screen, blue screen, slide not working, etc.

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Fix iPhone to normal state without data loss.
Fix various iOS problems like recovery mode/DFU mode, apple logo loping, black screen, iTunes logo screen, “Slide to unlock” screen, endless restarts, no response.
Compatible with almost all iPhone/iPad, including the latest iPhone XS and iOS 12.

Steps to Fix Siri Not Working after iOS 12 Update

Step 1.Install iOS System Recovery on PC

Firstly, install and launch the iOS System Recovery software on your Windows or Mac computer, then connect your iOS 12 device to PC. Choose “iOS System Recovery” option to activate the feature.

launch ios system recovery

Step 2.Check for Phone Information

Select your phone model and simply click on “Repair” button. The program will download the correct firmware for fixing your iOS 12 issue.

confirm iphone info

Step 3.Fix Siri Not Working after iOS 12 Update

Once the firmware package is downloaded, iOS System Recovery (iOS 12 supported) will fix the Siri issues automatically. Your Siri will get back to normal after that.

fix Siri not working after ios 12 update