I have a big problem, my iPhone4 home button doesn't work anymore.

I went to use my phone this morning, as per usual, and the home button would not work.
Why? Does anyone know how to fix it?
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If you home button presses down but does not work then restore it back to it's factory settings and set up as new- it might be just a software issue.
If the home button is stuck or hard to press than it is a hardware issue that if in warranty you can get it replaced for free, if not they will replace for $149
or if you are eligible for an upgrade you can always do that.

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What should u do, if my home button doesn't work anymore?

Hey,
I have a problem.
My home button doesn't work.
do i have to go to the apple store?
or can i send my ipod touch in.

Try:
http://snapguide.com/guides/calibrate-your-home-button/?utm_expid=69945963-15
fix for Home button
iPhone Home Button Not Working or Unresponsive? Try This Fix
- If you have iOS 5 and later you can turn on Assistive Touch it add the Home and other buttons to the iPods screen. Settings>General>Accessibility>Assistive Touch
- If not under warranty Apple will exchange your iPod for a refurbished one for:
Apple - Support - iPod - Repair pricing
You can do it an an Apple store by:
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar
or sent it in to Apple. See:
Apple - Support - iPod - Service FAQ
- There are third-party places like the following that will repair the Home button. Google for more.
iPhone Repair, Service & Parts: iPod Touch, iPad, MacBook Pro Screens

I Got My Fourth Generation iPod touch Since 1year and a half, And My Home Button doesn't work anymore and when i'm on an app it bugs and goes to the menu. Is It Normal? Please Help me ASAP

I Got My Fourth Generation iPod touch Since 1year and a half, And My Home Button doesn't work anymore and when i'm on an app it bugs and goes to the menu. Is It Normal? Please Help me ASAP

The Home button "wears out" sometimes
Try:
fix for Home button
iPhone Home Button Not Working or Unresponsive? Try This Fix
- If you have iOS 5 and later you can turn on Assistive Touch it add the Home and other buttons to the iPods screen. Settings>General>Accessibility>Assistive Touch
- If not under warranty Apple will exchange your iPod for a refurbished one for:
Apple - Support - iPod - Repair pricing
You can do it an an Apple store by:
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar
or sent it in to Apple. See:
Apple - Support - iPod - Service FAQ
- There are third-party places like the following that will repair the Home button. Google for more.
iPhone Repair, Service & Parts: iPod Touch, iPad, MacBook Pro Screens

How much will Apple charge me to fix my Ipod Touch 4g? It won't turn on because I think the battery is bad, and the home button doesn't work anymore... and it's not under any warrenty anymore

How much will Apple charge me to have my Ipod Touch 4g fixed? It won't turn on anymore more because I think the battery is probably bad, and the home button doesn't work either... its not under any warrenty either.

Apple - Support - iPod - Repair pricing - http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/service/prices/

My home button doesn't work anymore

my home button doesn't work anymore

I had the same problem and used contact cleaner (link to product on amazon in description of video). It is only about $5 and I'm sure you can get it at a local Home Depot if you don't want to wait for it from Amazon. It has worked so far for 2 months with no issues. In comparison, rubbing alcohol only worked for a few days before my home button began to stick again.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixnVNhTFYfk

HT4623 When I try to download my iOS 7 it says there was a problem. My home button doesn't work and neither does my safari.

I haven't updated this phone in a long timeworn I do it it says error

If the screen and iPod does not show any life then letting the batter drain will not do anything.
If you tried another cable and tried ReBoot on another computer and still problem then your iPod has to be repaired/replaced
- Make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

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My Ipods screen just went totally blank white and my home button doesn't work anymore any #Advise ??
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Try:
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
When it says place the iPod in recovery mode
Place the iPod in recovery mode using one of these programs:
For PC
RecBoot: Easy Way to Put iPhone into Recovery Mode
or
http://joshuabailey1997.wordpress.com/2010/09/02/recboot-v1-3/
If necessary:
Download QTMLClient.dll & iTunesMobileDevice.dll for RecBoot
and
RecBoot tip
RecBoot may have problems on 64X windows, then try:
Tenorshare ReiBoot – Enter & Exit iPhone, iPad, iPod Recovery Mode with a Single Click
For MAC or PC
The Firmware Umbrella - TinyUmbrella
Installs blootware on PC too
- If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
- Try another cable
- Try on another computer
- If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
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My home button doesn't work.

I have never dropped my ipod before but my home button doesn't work anymore. Will they replace my ipod or would I have to buy a new one?

Keep in mind that there's also the option not to have to use the home button. You can use the accessibility features to set up a place on your screen to tap on instead of the home button.
Just go to Settings -> General - > Accessibility -> AssistiveTouch.
Turn on AssistiveTouch and a white dot will appear on your screen. You can move it anywhere you want.
When you tap on it you'll see four options for commands, including Home.
This is just in case your warranty is expired or you don't want to get it serviced for any reason.

G'day, my name is allysa and I'm only 13 y/. I have a really big problem to my iPod, my home button doesn't work so I can't go back to any application everytime I want, what should I do ? Please help me

G'day My name is allysa and I'm only 13 year old, I have a really big problem at my iPod touch. I'm really worried about my iPod touch home button doesn't work I'm not sure why is it broken,I never drop it or put water on it. Please apple support community please help me. I bought my iPod touch 2 years ago.

Hi,
You can use the alternative called assistive touch to enable assistive touch go to settings>general>Accessibility>scroll down to the bottom of the page and enable assistive touch a white dot at the bottom right of your screen will appear press the white dot and you will see the home button
Hope this helps
N.B. book an appointment with an apple genius although they will charge you if you get your iPod fixed by their repair services due to your warranty expiring

My iPhone4 got wet. And now the home button doesn't work.

Today it was raining and my iPhone4,which was in my pocket, got wet. And now the home button doesn't work. What should i do to fix it?

I would place the iPhone in a big bowl of white rice, rather than in a baggie. That's what my brother did with his iPod touch that got wet, and it fixed it. The iPod touch works perfectly fine now, and the bowl is better because while the rice soaks up any wetness or condensation, the openness of the bowl gives way for evaporation.
A good idea would also be to take out your SIM card, if at all possible. Put it back in when you're ready.

I have an ipod touch 5th generation and it won't cut on. I've had it about a year and the home button doesn't work, How do I fix it?

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My Iphone 4 screen just went black and it wont come on but it vibrates on ringer. Ps: The home button doesn't work. What do I do!?

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I talked to Apple today and was told that it's a "hardware issue" and they will not fix it. I will have to pay 169.00 to have it repaired because it is no longer covered. He told me that "the software update triggered a hardware problem" and that they haven't heard of this issue before either and this was after he went and "spoke with a senior service advisor". The thing is that if THEIR software update triggered the "hardware problem" meaning that if I hadn't updated at all my phone would be in perfect working order right now then HOW IS THAT NOT A SOFTWARE ISSUE?! I am beyond livid. I cannot continue using my phone with assistive touch, NOTHING else works and I know this isn't the first time they've heard of it because how can so many people be having this problem and Apple NOT be aware of it?! My family has bought three MacBooks, three MacBook Pros, one iPad, two iPad 2s, seven iPhone 3s, one iPhone 3GS, five iPhone 4s, two iPhone 4S, four Apple TVs, one Time Capsule and COUNTLESS versions of iPods and have never had an issue having any of them repaired and only four of those products had to be and it was a fast and hassle free...then again they all were covered still at the time of repair...
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Hello Roossx2,
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
For more information, take a look at:
Troubleshooting Home Sharing
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS2972
Have a nice day,
Mario

Help. My home button doesn't work. I've to press it several times to get it to function. The phone has 4 months. I've already update software, restarted and calibrated it. I was thinking to go to the service. Has 1 year hardware warranty. Suggestions?

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There's another thread with similar problems.
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/2595841?start=510&tstart=0
I wouldn't suggest it though, since it may void your warrantee. Apple will replace it if you bring it in. The genius bar guys aren't too bright, well most of them. But they'll go through the usual diagnosis steps then issue you a replacement if they have them in stock.
I have to admit, Apple has one of the best replacement services that I've ever experience. If you're familiar with costco, the return/exchange process is very quick and painless.

I have a big problem, my iPhone4 home button doesn't work anymore.

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