The iPhone 12 is a sleek and powerful device that continues to evolve from its predecessors. One of the changes that has been a bit confusing for some users is the method of turning off the device. As many have discovered, the old way of holding down the side button just brings up Siri now. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to properly turn off your iPhone 12.

Step 1: Locate the Necessary Buttons

To turn off your iPhone 12, you will need to use two buttons: the side button (also known as the sleep/wake button) and one of the volume buttons (either the volume up or volume down button).

Step 2: Press and Hold

Now that you have located both buttons, press and hold them simultaneously for a couple of seconds. It doesn’t matter whether you use the volume up or volume down button; either one will work.

Step 3: Slide to Power Off

After holding both buttons, you will see a screen with a slider at the top that says “slide to power off.” Simply swipe this slider from left to right to initiate the process of turning off your iPhone 12.

Step 4: Wait for Your iPhone 12 to Power Down

Once you have swiped the “slide to power off” slider, your iPhone screen will go dark, and it will begin shutting down. Be patient; it may take a few seconds for the device to fully power off.

That’s it! You have successfully turned off your iPhone 12. Once you are ready to use it again, simply press and hold the side button until you see the Apple logo appear on-screen, then release it to power on your iPhone.

In conclusion, turning off an iPhone 12 requires pressing two buttons (the side button and either volume up or volume down button) simultaneously, then swiping the “slide to power off” slider. Adapting to this new method may take some getting used to, but it ensures that you won’t accidentally activate Siri while trying to shut down your device.