How to Prevent Accidental Call Endings on iPhone

ByJim Miller

Have you ever accidentally ended a call on your iPhone by pressing the power button? It can be quite embarrassing and frustrating. Luckily, Apple has released an iOS update that allows you to disable the “power button ends call” feature. In this article, we will show you how to enable or disable this feature on your iPhone, so you can avoid those awkward situations.

Before we begin, please make sure your iPhone is running the latest iOS 16 update, as this feature is only available in this version.

Preventing Accidental Call Endings

  1. Unlock your iPhone and go to the home screen. Swipe left until you reach the App Library. Tap on the Settings icon.

App Library Settings Icon

  1. Scroll down and tap on the Accessibility option.

Accessibility

  1. On the Accessibility page, tap on Touch to access the Touch settings.

Touch Settings

  1. Scroll down until you find the “Prevent Lock to End Call” option. Toggle it on to prevent accidental call endings. If you prefer to keep the feature enabled, toggle it off.

Prevent Lock to End Call

By following these steps, you can now ensure that pressing the power button during a call won't disconnect the call accidentally.

Apple's Power Move

Apple is known for setting new standards in the industry and introducing innovative features. However, sometimes these changes can be confusing for users, especially when settings are buried deep within the device. The issue of accidental call endings has plagued iPhone users for a long time, but Apple has addressed this with the iOS update.

I hope this article has helped you prevent accidental call endings on your iPhone. While you're here, check out our article on how to troubleshoot iOS 16 installation issues if you're facing any problems.

Remember to always stay updated with the latest iOS updates to enjoy new features and improvements on your iPhone.