My iphone 4 is flickering extreamly bad. I just purchased it in july. Whats causing it to do this? It frooze up earlier with a white screen. Battery died and i charged it up it came on to flickering? Help please

Hello Edward
Follow the prompts on your iPhone and you will get either at your home screen like normal or get to a point of restoring from back up. The article below will give step by step for restoring from back up.
iOS: How to back up and restore your content
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1766
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
Regards,
-Norm G.

Similar Messages

My MacBook pro retina display 15 inch (2013) doesn't start. After I press the start button there is only a beep sound at regular interval. The screen remains blank and the keys don,t light up. Can anyone help please?

My MacBook pro retina display 15 inch (2013) doesn't start. After I press the start button there is only a beep sound at regular interval. The screen remains blank and the keys don,t light up. Can anyone help please?

If your MBP is under warranty, bring it to an Apple store and have the technicians fix it. If not, try the steps in this support article:
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts2570
Ciao.

Mac book pro start up, white screen pops up and it don't process any further! Can anyone help?

When my laptop was updating the software it was stuck on installing the updates. I held the power button then turned the laptop back on! It makes the on sound but stay on the white screen! Can anyone help?

Hey Antonioaok,
Welcome to the Apple Support Communities. If you are getting the white screen when you start up, there are a few steps that can be done. The first one would be resetting your NVRAM
About NVRAM and PRAM
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1379
Resetting NVRAM / PRAM
Shut down your Mac.
Locate the following keys on the keyboard: Command (⌘), Option, P, and R. You will need to hold these keys down simultaneously in step 4.
Turn on the computer.
Press and hold the Command-Option-P-R keys before the gray screen appears.
Hold the keys down until the computer restarts and you hear the startup sound for the second time.
Release the keys.
The next step, if it does not boot to your operating system would be to attempt to boot into safe mode. These steps are also based on the fact that your profile states you are running Snow Leopard.
Mac OS X 10.6: Starting up in safe mode
http://support.apple.com/kb/PH6455
To start up in safe mode:
Shut down your computer and wait 10 seconds.
Press the power button.
Immediately after you hear the startup tone, hold down the Shift key. You should press the Shift key as soon as possible after you hear the startup tone, but not before.
Release the Shift key when you see the gray Apple logo and progress indicator (spinning gear).
To leave safe mode, restart the computer normally without holding down any keys during startup.
If after that, you were still not able to get into your operating system, the last step would be trying to reinstall the operating system.
Mac OS X 10.6: Reinstalling Mac OS X
http://support.apple.com/kb/PH6606
Regards,
-Norm G.

My grandsons new Apple refurbed 35g ipad keeps locking up with a black screen amd nothing else. I have reset it many times pressing the home and off buttons together but uit keeps locking up. Help,please!

My grandsons new Apple refurbed 35g ipad keeps locking up with a black screen amd nothing else. I have reset it many times pressing the home and off buttons together but it keeps locking up. Help,please!

Thank you for trying to help. I followed your instructions, it took 6 hours to download, and then said it could not solve the problem (something to do with error 9?). It will have to go back to Apple - its only 3 days since it came out of the package and its very disappointing for him. Looks like I have to hang around in the Apple store in Plymouth all tomorrow until they can fix it, or will change it. Thanks for your help.

Can anyone help me with a white screen on boot, chime and unresponsive keyboard

As stated in the title it boots up with a white screen and it chimes but i cant use any of the commands to get into the recovery or even boot from a cd or usb drive. I've taken out the hdd and put it back it and it doesnt seem to be the problem. Is there anyone who can tell me exactly whats wrong with it?

sqredreaper wrote:
model number a1286 im not exactly sure of the os seeing as i just received it yesterday,
A1286 isn't specific enough, I need more information for a exact model match.
http://everymac.com/ultimate-mac-lookup/?search_keywords=A1286
If I know the exact model, then I can tell if that came originally with Snow Leopard, we can install Linux.
Would it be possible for me to format the mac hdd from my pc?
Not with Windows, Linux might, but it would be a difficult.
Mac's as you know have EFI, which is loaded from a hidden partition on the boot drive.
Only OS X, their install disks (and 10.7+ Recovery HD parititon) can format the drive properly for a Mac to use, as they install EFI which the hardware requires for the at boot keys to be able to select Linux and install rEFIt in EFI firmware.
If your Mac meets 10.6 qualifications, then the 10.6 install disk can be ordered, the instruction for creating a dual boot system with Linux Mint.
Of course there is a problem, if the machine is too new, then hardware drivers to work with Linux might not have been circulating to use.
Apple doesn't supply the hardware drivers for Linux or anyone, so it takes hackers to get them and they have to have Mac's. (they rather use generic PC's)
Older Mac's pre-2011 I know where the drivers are at, on Ubuntu's site (Linux Mint is based on Ubuntu) however I don't know if latest versions of Ubuntu/Mint work with those drivers, I'll asume they do.
Hardware drivers are important because the machine won't work well without them, like no Wifi, video screen options etc. one just gets the bare minimal use.
Interest in running Linux on Mac's died when Apple released OS X 10.7, as the Recovery HD partition created a obstacle and Apple seems to be heading towards a closed system like on iPads and iPhones.
Linux needs open hardware like generic PC's, and the trend from Microsoft is like Apple, closing up hardware from anything but Windows running.
If you haven't installed Linux on a generic PC, I suggest you try that first as on Mac's it's the most difficult.

Need help with ipohne, white screen!!

i got given a iphone and had to get the screen fixed on it so i bought a kit , but the only thing is when its turned on it only lights up with a white screen. you can touch the screen and it makes noises and so fourth but you cant see anything but a white screen, i have no clue what to do ... HELP PLEASE!!!

Since the screen turns off see if:
- Placing the iPod in Recovery mode will allow a restore via iTuns.
- Next try DFU mode
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
If you still have the problem the it appears that either the drop caused other damage or upi damaged the iPod or did something incorrect whenyou replaced the screen
BTW, the white screen of death is when the screen turns white AND you can turn it off.

When i turned on my i pod a white apple logo was shown which then turned to rainbow colours and the i pod started buffering, this is all it does, i cannot get it to stop and my computer will not talk to the i pod, help?

when i turned on my i pod a white apple logo was shown which then turned to rainbow colours and the i pod started buffering, this is all it does, i cannot get it to stop and my computer will not talk to the i pod, help?

Try:
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
- 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.
- If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

Why does my iPhone 3GS keep restarting on its own, and when I move the phone while its restarting, a white screen comes up and then it takes a while to turn it back on!

So i have an iPhone 3GS and when i move the phone while its restarting, a white screen shows up, and sometimes i need to punch it to turn it on. HELP i dealt with this problem for months and im sick of it! HELP ME!!!!

Sounds like hardware failure, called boot loop. Call Apple and or go on apple.com and make Genius Bar appointment to have your iphone reviewed by a Tech. Provided you iphone shows no physical or liquid damage they will take care of you, or if you have Apple Care Plus
Genius Bar Rerservation : http://www.apple.com/retail/geniusbar/

I have a problem with iphone4 I bought a used and unlocked iphone4 old apple id because the first owner dies please help me how to activate iphone4 I unlocked with icloud

I have a problem with iphone4
I bought a used and unlocked iphone4
old apple id because the first owner dies
please help me how to activate iphone4
I unlocked with icloud

fherly nur arief wrote:
I unlocked with icloud
If you had already removed the device from 'Find My iPhone' in iCloud, then you jus tneed to powercycle the device in order to activate it.
Source: http://support.apple.com/kb/TS4515
"After the device is removed from the previous owner’s account, turn the device off by pressing and holding the Sleep/Wake button located on the top-right side of the device. Then restart your device and proceed with device setup as you would normally."
If it has not been removed, then the activation lock is still active.
If the previous owner cannot remove the device from their account there is nothing you can do unless the place you purchased it from will give you a refund.
Activation Lock: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht5818
What if I purchase a device that is still linked to the previous owner's account?
Contact the previous owner as soon as possible and ask them to erase the device and remove it from their account. For complete instructions, read how to remove a device from a previous owner's account.
How do I check for Activation Lock before purchasing a used device?
When purchasing an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch from someone other than Apple or an authorized Apple reseller, it is up to you to ensure that the device has been erased and is no longer linked to the previous owner’s account.
Follow each of these steps to make sure that you can use the device you purchase:
Turn the device on and slide to unlock.If the passcode lock screen or the home screen appears, the device has not been erased. Ask the seller to completely erase the device by going to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings. Do not take ownership of any used iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch until it has been erased.
Begin the device setup process.After choosing a language, choosing a country, and connecting to a network, the device will begin activation. If you are asked for the previous owner’s Apple ID and password, the device is still linked to their account. Hand the device back to the seller and ask them to enter their password. If the previous owner is not present, they can remove the device from their account by signing in to icloud.com/find. Do not take ownership of any used iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch until it has been removed from the previous owner’s account.
You will know that a device is ready for you to use when you are asked to “Set up your iPhone", “Set up your iPad", or “Set up your iPod” during the device setup process.

HT4623 my iOS6.0.1 software update was interrupted and now my phone won't switch on and it's permanently stuck on the start up apple. help please?

my iOS6.0.1 software update was interrupted and now my phone won't switch on and it's permanently stuck on the start up apple. help please?

Connect and select iPhone in computer iTunes, in Summary page click Check for Update button.

My ipod touch has frozen with a white screen. None of the buttons will work to turn it off or take any action. Holding down buttons for 10 seconds plus does not work.Help

My ipod touch has frozen with a white screen. The on/ff and sleep buttons will not work whether pressed for a moment or held for more than 10 seconds as per help pages. When connected to computer it is not recognised and no indication in "devices".It has been working perfectly from Christmas until now. Was watching a TV prog via BBC iplayer when the image and sound froze for about 5 seconds then just white screen. Help

First, try a system reset. It cures many ills and it's quick, easy and harmless...
Hold down the on/off switch and the Home button simultaneously until the screen blacks out or you see the Apple logo. Ignore the "Slide to power off" text if it appears. You will not lose any apps, data, music, movies, settings, etc.
If the Reset doesn't work, try a Restore. Note that it's nowhere near as quick as a Reset. Connect via cable to the computer that you use for sync. From iTunes, select the iPad/iPod and then select the Summary tab. Follow directions for Restore and be sure to say "yes" to the backup. You will be warned that all data (apps, music, movies, etc.) will be erased but, as the Restore finishes, you will be asked if you wish the contents of the backup to be copied to the iPad/iPod. Again, say "yes."

Purchasing iOS 3.1 Software Update for iPod touch (1st generation) -i have paid for this, but when it goes to the itunes for downloading it says it is downloading but nothing seems to be happeneing. help please!

Purchasing iOS 3.1 Software Update for iPod touch (1st generation) -i have paid for this, but when it goes to the itunes for downloading it says it is downloading but nothing seems to be happening. help please!

Hello mixanme,
Sorry to hear you are not able to update your iPod touch using iTunes. Thank you for providing all that information about what is going on. I found an tutorial to assist with issues updating an iPod touch:
Issues updating or restoring iPod touch
http://www.apple.com/support/ipodtouch/assistant/restore/
I hope these steps help!
Best,
Sheila M.

My iPhone 5 battery died and will no longer turn on. What do I do?

Just got my new iPhone 5 two days ago. My battery died and I tried to charge it for the first time but nothing happens. It won't charge via USB or the wall plug. The only thing that happens is the picture of the phone with the arrow pointing to the battery comes on indicating that the phone needs to be plugged in. What do I do?

For how long did you try to charge the phone? If you've tried charging for hours with nothing happening, I would assume there is a fault with either the Lightning cable or the phone itself (possibly a battery fault) since you get the same whether you connect to the PC or external charger. If you can, make a Genius Bar appointment to have all aspects checked...either that or return to where you purchased the phone and have them check it out and replace it under warranty.
EDIT: Something to try is to verify that the lightning port on the phone (and the cable) is free of any dust/lint/gunk/whatever. Try blowing it out or use a soft brush to disloge/remove any foreign matter that could be stuck in the port.

HT1977 When I try and download an app, I get a message "MZCommerce.CreditBalanceMismatch.Mobile_message". This is even for free apps, and I do have plenty of credit. Can anyone help please?

When I try and download an app, I get a message "MZCommerce.CreditBalanceMismatch.Mobile_message". This is even for free apps, and I do have plenty of credit. Can anyone help please?

With a standard account you need a valid payment method even for free apps.
From the message it sound like there is something wrong with your account or some of the information you entered in the account is not correct.. Verify that the information is correct and then if still problem contact iTunes.
Contact iTunes

I used utilities to source my 10.6 snow leopard install disc to my main hardrive, and now when I turn on my computer the apple with the spinning wheel stays on the screen and stuck like that. How do I fix it Help please. I already tried all the commands

I used utilities to source my 10.6 snow leopard install disc to my main hardrive, and now when I turn on my computer the apple with the spinning wheel stays on the screen and stuck like that. How do I fix it Help please. I already tried all the commands such as Command R, Holding down the Option key, C and holding down shift at the start up but nothing happens.
initialy All I was trying to do was downgrade 10.7 to 10.6 .

You have to consider the possibility the hard drive may be dying. If your data isn't backed up, try one of the tools below:
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-1689
Once you are sure your data is backed up, we can examine other possibilities. In the meantime call AppleCare for your original installation DVDs. You may need them.

My iphone 4 is flickering extreamly bad. I just purchased it in july. Whats causing it to do this? It frooze up earlier with a white screen. Battery died and i charged it up it came on to flickering? Help please

Similar Messages

Maybe you are looking for