{"id":388919,"date":"2024-10-18T09:14:42","date_gmt":"2024-10-18T13:14:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/?p=388919"},"modified":"2026-01-20T03:06:44","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T08:06:44","slug":"fix-iphone-lagging-issues-after-ios-18-update","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/fix-iphone-lagging-issues-after-ios-18-update\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fix iPhone Lagging Issues After iOS 18 Update?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">iPhone Running Slow After iOS 18? Here\u2019s What\u2019s Causing It<\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Following the installation of iOS 18, certain iPhones might experience a decrease in speed. Applications may take more time to launch, scrolling could be choppy, and basic tasks might seem sluggish. This is a frequent occurrence after significant iOS updates and does not necessarily indicate a malfunction with your device.Typically, this slowdown is only a short-term issue. You can resolve it with some minor tweaks. Below is a straightforward overview of what\u2019s occurring and how to return to optimal performance.<\/p>\n<p><span><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"How to Fix iPhone Lagging Issues After iOS 18 Update\" data-id=\"388942\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"How to Fix iPhone Lagging Issues After iOS 18 Update\" data-id=\"388942\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"t-1729250986348\">Key Takeaways<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Increased resource demands from new iOS 18 features can cause older iPhones to lag.<\/li>\n<li>Background processes like app updates and dynamic widgets may contribute to performance issues.<\/li>\n<li>Outdated or incompatible apps can slow down your iPhone, so updating them is essential.<\/li>\n<li>Low storage space can significantly affect iPhone performance; aim to keep at least 10-15% free.<\/li>\n<li>Clearing cached data and reducing background tasks can improve speed and responsiveness.<\/li>\n<li>Software bugs in iOS 18 may lead to lag, but patch updates can resolve these issues.<\/li>\n<li>Resetting settings or performing a factory reset may help resolve persistent lagging problems.<\/li>\n<li>Using Low Power Mode and disabling unnecessary features like motion effects can enhance performance.<\/li>\n<li>If issues persist, consider contacting our experts&nbsp; for deeper hardware or software diagnostics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"t-1768895316681\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Why the New iOS 18 Update Feels So Laggy<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Why Your iPhone is Lagging After Updating to iOS 18\" data-id=\"388944\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Reasons Behind iPhone Lagging Issues After iOS 18 Update\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Why Your iPhone is Lagging After Updating to iOS 18\" data-id=\"388944\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Reasons Behind iPhone Lagging Issues After iOS 18 Update\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">1. Background Indexing After the Update<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Right after installing iOS 18, your iPhone runs hidden tasks like:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Re-indexing photos and messa<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">ges<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Rebuilding Spotlight search<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Re-syncing iCloud data<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> can cause:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Slower app launches<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Keyboard delay<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Stuttering animations<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This process can last <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">24\u201372 hours<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, sometimes longer on older devices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2. Older iPhones Struggle With New Features<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Each new iOS version <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">is <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">optimized<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> for newer hardware.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you\u2019re using:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">iPhone XR \/ XS<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">iPhone 11<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Older SE mo<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">dels<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You may notice lag because iOS 18 demands <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">more RAM and GPU power<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. Even newer phones can feel slow temporarily due to background tasks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3. Apps Not Updated for iOS 18<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Many apps break or lag immediately after a major iOS release.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Symptoms include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Random freezing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">App crashes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Touch delay<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Until developers release patches, these apps can slow down your entire sy<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">stem.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">4. Low Storage Makes iOS 18 Run Worse<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If your storage is nearly <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">full<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, iOS 18 performance drops sharply.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Apple recommends keeping <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">10\u201315% <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">storage<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> free<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, but many users ignore thi<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">s.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">5. Battery Health Can Limit Performance<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If your battery health <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">is degraded<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, iOS <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">intentionally slows performance<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> to prevent shutdowns.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Check:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Settings &#8211; Battery &#8211; Battery<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Health<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Maximum Capacity<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> is below <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">80\u201385%<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, lag <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">is expected<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">6. Animations and Motion Effects Feel Slower<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">iOS 18 adds heavier UI animations, which makes phones <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">feel<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;laggier even when performance is normal.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"t-1768895316682\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How to Actually Fix iPhone Lag After iOS 18 (What Works)<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">1. Restart the iPhone (Do This First)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone.webp\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Restart Your iPhone\" data-id=\"388920\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Restart Your iPhone\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Restart Your iPhone\" data-id=\"388920\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Restart Your iPhone\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>This clears temporary system load from post-update processes. Restart once per day for the first few days after updating.<\/li>\n<li>Press and hold the Power button + Volume Down, then slide to power off. Restart after a few seconds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2. Update All Apps Immediately<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates.webp\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Check for App Updates\" data-id=\"388922\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Check for App Updates\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Check for App Updates\" data-id=\"388922\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Check for App Updates\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Outdated apps may not be optimized for iOS 18, which can lead to crashes or lag. Updating your apps ensures they run smoothly with the new system and prevent performance problems.<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Go to:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">App Store &#8211; Profile &#8211; Update All<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> alone fixes a large percentage of:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Lag<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">App freezing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Random glitches<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3. Free Up Storage Space<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space.webp\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Free Up Storage Space\" data-id=\"388924\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Free Up Storage Space\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Free Up Storage Space\" data-id=\"388924\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Free Up Storage Space\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>iPhones slow down when storage is full, as the system struggles to manage tasks and cache data. Freeing up storage allows your iPhone to run more efficiently and improves performance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Go to:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Settings &#8211; General &#8211; iPhone Storage<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Delete:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Old videos<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Unused apps<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Large message attachments<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Low storage is one of the <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">top reasons people say iOS updates<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> are bad<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">4. Reduce Background Activity<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes.webp\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Reduce Background Processes\" data-id=\"388926\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Reduce Background Processes\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Reduce Background Processes\" data-id=\"388926\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Reduce Background Processes\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Turn off unnecessary processes:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Background App Refresh<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Location access for non-essential apps<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> reduces RAM and CPU usage immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p><strong>Go to:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Settings &gt; General &gt; Background App Refresh, and disable it for non-essential apps. Also, disable Location Services for apps that don\u2019t need it.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h3>5. <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Reset All Settings (Safe Option)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings.webp\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Reset All Settings\" data-id=\"388928\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Reset All Settings\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Reset All Settings\" data-id=\"388928\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Reset All Settings\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If lag persists:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Settings &#8211; General &#8211; Transfer or Reset iPhone &#8211; Reset All<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Settings<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> does <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">not delete data<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, but removes conflicting settings from older iOS versions.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h3>6. Disable Unused Features<\/h3>\n<p><span><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features.webp\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Disable Unused Features\" data-id=\"388932\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Disable Unused Features\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Disable Unused Features\" data-id=\"388932\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Disable Unused Features\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Features like Live Activities or dynamic widgets can consume resources in the background. Disabling them reduces load on the system, helping to improve overall speed and responsiveness.<\/li>\n<li>Disable Live Activities in Settings &gt; Face ID &amp; Passcode, and turn off Dynamic Island animations if they impact performance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>7. Clear Safari Cache and App Data<\/h3>\n<p><span><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data.webp\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Clear Safari Cache and App Data\" data-id=\"388930\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Clear Safari Cache and App Data\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Clear Safari Cache and App Data\" data-id=\"388930\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Clear Safari Cache and App Data\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cached data accumulates over time, taking up storage and slowing down performance. Clearing browser and app cache frees up resources and enhances system speed.<\/li>\n<li>Clear Safari history via Settings &gt; Safari &gt; Clear History and Website Data. Offload unused apps through Settings &gt; General &gt; iPhone Storage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>8. Check for iOS Patch Updates<\/h3>\n<p><span><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates.webp\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Update to the Latest iOS Version\" data-id=\"388946\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Update to the Latest iOS Version (Patch Updates)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Update to the Latest iOS Version\" data-id=\"388946\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Update to the Latest iOS Version (Patch Updates)\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Apple usually releases performance fixes&nbsp;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">weeks after major updates<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Go to:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Settings &#8211; General &#8211; Software Update<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Patch versions often fix:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Lag<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Battery drain<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Touch delay<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>9. <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Use Low Power Mode<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode.webp\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Use Low Power Mode\" data-id=\"388936\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Use Low Power Mode\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Use Low Power Mode\" data-id=\"388936\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Use Low Power Mode\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Low Power Mode reduces:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Background syncing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Visua<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">l effects<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">System load<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Especially useful if your battery health is declining.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Go to Settings &gt; Battery &gt; Low Power Mode, or add it to the Control Center for easy access.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>10. Disable Motion Effects and Animations<\/h3>\n<p><span><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations.webp\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Disable Motion Effects and Animations\" data-id=\"388934\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Disable Motion Effects and Animations\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Disable Motion Effects and Animations\" data-id=\"388934\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Disable Motion Effects and Animations\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Motion effects and animations may look nice but can slow down navigation, especially on older models. Disabling them improves speed and makes transitions faster.<\/li>\n<li>Go to Settings &gt; Accessibility &gt; Motion, and enable Reduce Motion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>11. Factory Reset (As a Last Resort)<\/h3>\n<p><span><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort.webp\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Factory Reset (As a Last Resort)\" data-id=\"388938\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Factory Reset (As a Last Resort)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Factory Reset (As a Last Resort)\" data-id=\"388938\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Factory Reset (As a Last Resort)\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If all else fails, a factory reset eliminates any software conflicts, returning your iPhone to its original state. This resolves deep-rooted performance issues but should only be done after backup.<\/li>\n<li>Go to Settings &gt; General &gt; Transfer or Reset iPhone &gt; Erase All Content and Settings. Ensure your data is backed up before proceeding.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>12. Contact iFixScreens<\/h3>\n<p><span><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals.webp\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Contact iFixScreens for iphone Repair\" data-id=\"388940\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Contact Professionals\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Contact iFixScreens for iphone Repair\" data-id=\"388940\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Contact Professionals\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If the lag continues after troubleshooting, it might indicate a hardware issue or the need for more in-depth diagnostics. For all your <a href=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/start-repair\/?&amp;device=14089\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"outline: none;\">iPhone repair<\/a> needs, reach out to iFixScreens. Whether it&#8217;s hardware repairs or common screen repair, we&#8217;ve got you covered! We provides high-quality, same-day repairs at affordable prices. You can either <a href=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/device-mail-in-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"outline: none;\">mail in your device<\/a>&nbsp;or visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/locations\/\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"outline: none;\">nearest iFixScreens store<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"t-1729250986351\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>To fix lagging issues after the iOS 18 update, start by restarting your iPhone, updating apps, freeing up storage, and reducing background tasks. If the problem continues, try more advanced solutions like resetting settings or performing a factory reset. Keeping your iPhone\u2019s software up-to-date is essential, and if none of the steps help, <a href=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/start-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\">contacting iFixScreens<\/a> is the best option.<\/p>\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-shortcode-web-stories-embed web-stories-embed alignnone\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\" style=\"--aspect-ratio: 0.600000; --width: 360px; --height: 600px\">\n\t\t\t\t<amp-story-player>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/web-stories\/how-to-fix-iphone-lagging-issues-after-ios-18-update\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1-16.webp\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\twidth=\"360\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\theight=\"600\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\talt=\"How to Fix iPhone Lagging Issues After iOS 18 Update? | iFixScreens\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tloading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdecoding=\"async\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-amp-story-player-poster-img\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/amp-story-player>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"t-1729250986352\">FAQ&#8217;s<\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">Q. Why is my iPhone lagging after iOS 18?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">A. Post-update background tasks, low storage, battery health, or app incompatibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">Q. Why does the new Apple update suck so much?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">A. It often feels slow at first due to system indexing and heavier features.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">Q. Will iOS 18 get fa<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">ster over time?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">A. Yes. Patch updates and app <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">optimizations<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\"> usually improve performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">Q. Does Apple slow down iPhones after updates?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">A. Apple throttles performance only when battery health <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">is degraded<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">Q. Should I downgrade iOS 18?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">A. Downgrading is rarely recommended and often ca<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\">uses more issues.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>iPhone Running Slow After iOS 18? Here\u2019s What\u2019s Causing It Following the installation of iOS 18, certain iPhones might experience a decrease in speed. Applications may take more time to launch, scrolling could be choppy, and basic tasks might seem sluggish. This is a frequent occurrence after significant iOS updates and does not necessarily indicate [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":110,"featured_media":388942,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","tve_updated_post":"<div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h1><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">iPhone Running Slow After iOS 18? Here\u2019s What\u2019s Causing It<\/span><\/h1><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p>Following the installation of iOS 18, certain iPhones might experience a decrease in speed. Applications may take more time to launch, scrolling could be choppy, and basic tasks might seem sluggish. This is a frequent occurrence after significant iOS updates and does not necessarily indicate a malfunction with your device.<br><br>Typically, this slowdown is only a short-term issue. You can resolve it with some minor tweaks. Below is a straightforward overview of what\u2019s occurring and how to return to optimal performance.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f8f4d54\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388942 entered litespeed-loaded\" alt=\"How to Fix iPhone Lagging Issues After iOS 18 Update\" data-id=\"388942\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388942\" alt=\"How to Fix iPhone Lagging Issues After iOS 18 Update\" data-id=\"388942\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Fix-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><div class=\"tcb-clear\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f676414\"><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve-toc tve-elem-scroll tve-toc-expandable tcb-local-vars-root tve-toc-collapsed\" data-columns=\"1\" data-ct=\"toc-60671\" data-transition=\"fade\" data-headers=\"h2\" data-numbering=\"basic\" data-highlight=\"section\" data-ct-name=\"Table of Contents 03\" data-heading-style=\"{&quot;0&quot;:&quot;tve-u-1929f673a42&quot;,&quot;1&quot;:&quot;tve-u-1929f673a44&quot;,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;tve-u-1929f673a45&quot;}\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f673a3d\" data-bullet-style=\"{&quot;0&quot;:&quot;tve-u-17399ffbddd&quot;,&quot;1&quot;:&quot;tve-u-1739a0466e5&quot;,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;tve-u-1739a04a2bb&quot;}\" data-number-style=\"{&quot;0&quot;:&quot;tve-u-1929f673a43&quot;,&quot;1&quot;:&quot;tve-u-173dc888a58&quot;,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;tve-u-173dc8891dc&quot;}\" data-state-default=\"expanded\" data-animation=\"slide\" data-animation-speed=\"fast\" data-columns-d=\"1\" data-state-default-m=\"collapsed\" data-element-name=\"Table of Contents\" data-form-settings=\"__TCB_FORM__{&quot;form_identifier&quot;:&quot;-form-yfgq0w&quot;}__TCB_FORM__\" data-state-default-d=\"collapsed\" data-id=\"mkmbasm9\"><div class=\"thrive-colors-palette-config\" style=\"display: none !important\">__CONFIG_colors_palette__{\"active_palette\":0,\"config\":{\"colors\":{\"5098b\":{\"name\":\"Main Accent\",\"parent\":-1},\"e7865\":{\"name\":\"Main Accent Transparent\",\"parent\":\"5098b\",\"lock\":{\"lightness\":1}}},\"gradients\":[]},\"palettes\":[{\"name\":\"Default\",\"value\":{\"colors\":{\"5098b\":{\"val\":\"var(--tcb-skin-color-0)\"},\"e7865\":{\"val\":\"rgba(93, 163, 233, 0.07)\",\"hsl_parent_dependency\":{\"h\":210,\"l\":0.64,\"s\":0.76}}},\"gradients\":[]},\"original\":{\"colors\":{\"5098b\":{\"val\":\"rgb(253, 99, 78)\",\"hsl\":{\"h\":7,\"s\":0.97,\"l\":0.64,\"a\":1}},\"e7865\":{\"val\":\"rgba(253, 99, 78, 0.07)\",\"hsl_parent_dependency\":{\"h\":7,\"s\":0.97,\"l\":0.64,\"a\":0.07}}},\"gradients\":[]}}]}__CONFIG_colors_palette__<\/div><div class=\"tve-toc-divider\" style=\"position: absolute; 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height: 0px; padding-top: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; display: none;\">\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve-toc-list tcb-no-delete tcb-no-save tcb-no-clone tve-no-dropzone\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f673a41\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tve-content-box-background\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tve-cb\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tve_ct_content tve_clearfix\"><div class=\"ct_column\"><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve-toc-heading tve-toc-heading-level0 tve_no_icons\" data-tag=\"H2\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f673a42\" data-element-name=\"Heading Level 1\"><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve-toc-number tve-toc-number0 tve_no_icons tve-jump-scroll\" data-target=\"#t-1768895316681\" jump-animation=\"smooth\" data-element-name=\"Number Level 1\" data-level=\"0\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f673a43\"><span class=\"tve-toc-disabled\">1<\/span><\/div><a href=\"#t-1768895316681\" class=\"tve-toc-anchor tve-jump-scroll\" jump-animation=\"smooth\">Why the New iOS 18 Update Feels So Laggy<\/a><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve-toc-heading tve-toc-heading-level0 tve_no_icons\" data-tag=\"H2\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f673a42\" data-element-name=\"Heading Level 1\"><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve-toc-number tve-toc-number0 tve_no_icons tve-jump-scroll\" data-target=\"#t-1768895316682\" jump-animation=\"smooth\" data-element-name=\"Number Level 1\" data-level=\"0\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f673a43\"><span class=\"tve-toc-disabled\">2<\/span><\/div><a href=\"#t-1768895316682\" class=\"tve-toc-anchor tve-jump-scroll\" jump-animation=\"smooth\">How to Actually Fix iPhone Lag After iOS 18 (What Works)<\/a><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve-toc-heading tve-toc-heading-level0 tve_no_icons\" data-tag=\"H2\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f673a42\" data-element-name=\"Heading Level 1\"><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve-toc-number tve-toc-number0 tve_no_icons tve-jump-scroll\" data-target=\"#t-1729250986351\" jump-animation=\"smooth\" data-element-name=\"Number Level 1\" data-level=\"0\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f673a43\"><span class=\"tve-toc-disabled\">3<\/span><\/div><a href=\"#t-1729250986351\" class=\"tve-toc-anchor tve-jump-scroll\" jump-animation=\"smooth\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve-toc-heading tve-toc-heading-level0 tve_no_icons\" data-tag=\"H2\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f673a42\" data-element-name=\"Heading Level 1\"><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve-toc-number tve-toc-number0 tve_no_icons tve-jump-scroll\" data-target=\"#t-1729250986352\" jump-animation=\"smooth\" data-element-name=\"Number Level 1\" data-level=\"0\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f673a43\"><span class=\"tve-toc-disabled\">4<\/span><\/div><a href=\"#t-1729250986352\" class=\"tve-toc-anchor tve-jump-scroll\" jump-animation=\"smooth\">FAQ's<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv-divider tve-vert-divider\" data-style=\"tve_sep-1\" data-color-d=\"rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f673a3e\" data-thickness-d=\"1\"><hr class=\"tve_sep tve_sep-1\" style=\"\"><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h3 class=\"\" id=\"t-1729250986348\">Key Takeaways<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><ul class=\"\"><li>Increased resource demands from new iOS 18 features can cause older iPhones to lag.<\/li><li>Background processes like app updates and dynamic widgets may contribute to performance issues.<\/li><li>Outdated or incompatible apps can slow down your iPhone, so updating them is essential.<\/li><li>Low storage space can significantly affect iPhone performance; aim to keep at least 10-15% free.<\/li><li>Clearing cached data and reducing background tasks can improve speed and responsiveness.<\/li><li>Software bugs in iOS 18 may lead to lag, but patch updates can resolve these issues.<\/li><li>Resetting settings or performing a factory reset may help resolve persistent lagging problems.<\/li><li>Using Low Power Mode and disabling unnecessary features like motion effects can enhance performance.<\/li><li>If issues persist, consider contacting our experts&nbsp; for deeper hardware or software diagnostics.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h2 id=\"t-1768895316681\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Why the New iOS 18 Update Feels So Laggy<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f8f992d\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388944 entered litespeed-loaded\" alt=\"Why Your iPhone is Lagging After Updating to iOS 18\" data-id=\"388944\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Reasons Behind iPhone Lagging Issues After iOS 18 Update\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388944\" alt=\"Why Your iPhone is Lagging After Updating to iOS 18\" data-id=\"388944\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Reasons Behind iPhone Lagging Issues After iOS 18 Update\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reasons-Behind-iPhone-Lagging-Issues-After-iOS-18-Update-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">1. Background Indexing After the Update<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Right after installing iOS 18, your iPhone runs hidden tasks like:<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Re-indexing photos and messa<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">ges<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Rebuilding Spotlight search<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Re-syncing iCloud data<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> can cause:<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Slower app launches<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Keyboard delay<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Stuttering animations<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This process can last <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">24\u201372 hours<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, sometimes longer on older devices.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><br><\/p><h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2. Older iPhones Struggle With New Features<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Each new iOS version <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">is <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">optimized<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> for newer hardware.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you\u2019re using:<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">iPhone XR \/ XS<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">iPhone 11<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Older SE mo<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">dels<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You may notice lag because iOS 18 demands <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">more RAM and GPU power<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. Even newer phones can feel slow temporarily due to background tasks.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><br><\/p><h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3. Apps Not Updated for iOS 18<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Many apps break or lag immediately after a major iOS release.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Symptoms include:<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Random freezing<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">App crashes<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Touch delay<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Until developers release patches, these apps can slow down your entire sy<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">stem.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><br><\/p><h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">4. Low Storage Makes iOS 18 Run Worse<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If your storage is nearly <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">full<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, iOS 18 performance drops sharply.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Apple recommends keeping <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">10\u201315% <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">storage<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> free<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, but many users ignore thi<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">s.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><br><\/p><h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">5. Battery Health Can Limit Performance<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If your battery health <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">is degraded<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, iOS <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">intentionally slows performance<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> to prevent shutdowns.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Check:<\/span><\/p><p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Settings - Battery - Battery<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Health<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Maximum Capacity<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> is below <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">80\u201385%<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, lag <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">is expected<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><br><\/p><h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">6. Animations and Motion Effects Feel Slower<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">iOS 18 adds heavier UI animations, which makes phones <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">feel<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;laggier even when performance is normal.<\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p><br><\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h2 id=\"t-1768895316682\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How to Actually Fix iPhone Lag After iOS 18 (What Works)<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">1. Restart the iPhone (Do This First)<\/span><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f8ffa03\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone.webp\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388920 entered litespeed-loaded\" alt=\"Restart Your iPhone\" data-id=\"388920\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Restart Your iPhone\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388920\" alt=\"Restart Your iPhone\" data-id=\"388920\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Restart Your iPhone\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Restart-Your-iPhone-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><ul class=\"\"><li>This clears temporary system load from post-update processes. Restart once per day for the first few days after updating.<\/li><li>Press and hold the Power button + Volume Down, then slide to power off. Restart after a few seconds.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2. Update All Apps Immediately<\/span><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f903d61\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates.webp\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388922 entered litespeed-loaded\" alt=\"Check for App Updates\n\" data-id=\"388922\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Check for App Updates\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388922\" alt=\"Check for App Updates\n\" data-id=\"388922\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Check for App Updates\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Check-for-App-Updates-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><ul class=\"\"><li>Outdated apps may not be optimized for iOS 18, which can lead to crashes or lag. Updating your apps ensures they run smoothly with the new system and prevent performance problems.<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><br><\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Go to:<\/span><\/strong><\/p><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">App Store - Profile - Update All<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><br><\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> alone fixes a large percentage of:<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Lag<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">App freezing<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Random glitches<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3. Free Up Storage Space<\/span><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f9089ce\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space.webp\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388924 entered litespeed-loaded\" alt=\"Free Up Storage Space\n\" data-id=\"388924\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Free Up Storage Space\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388924\" alt=\"Free Up Storage Space\n\" data-id=\"388924\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Free Up Storage Space\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Free-Up-Storage-Space-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><ul class=\"\"><li>iPhones slow down when storage is full, as the system struggles to manage tasks and cache data. Freeing up storage allows your iPhone to run more efficiently and improves performance.<\/li><\/ul><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Go to:<\/span><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Settings - General - iPhone Storage<\/span><\/p><p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><\/strong><br><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Delete:<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Old videos<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Unused apps<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Large message attachments<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Low storage is one of the <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">top reasons people say iOS updates<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> are bad<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><br><\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">4. Reduce Background Activity<\/span><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f90d016\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes.webp\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388926 entered litespeed-loaded\" alt=\"Reduce Background Processes\n\" data-id=\"388926\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Reduce Background Processes\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388926\" alt=\"Reduce Background Processes\n\" data-id=\"388926\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Reduce Background Processes\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reduce-Background-Processes-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Turn off unnecessary processes:<\/span><\/strong><\/p><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Background App Refresh<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Location access for non-essential apps<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> reduces RAM and CPU usage immediately.<\/span><\/p><p><br><\/p><p><strong>Go to:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p><p>Settings &gt; General &gt; Background App Refresh, and disable it for non-essential apps. Also, disable Location Services for apps that don\u2019t need it.<\/p><p><br><\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h3 class=\"\">5. <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Reset All Settings (Safe Option)<\/span><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f9114f7\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings.webp\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388928 entered litespeed-loaded\" alt=\"Reset All Settings\n\" data-id=\"388928\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Reset All Settings\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388928\" alt=\"Reset All Settings\n\" data-id=\"388928\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Reset All Settings\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Reset-All-Settings-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If lag persists:<\/span><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Settings - General - Transfer or Reset iPhone - Reset All<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Settings<\/span><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> does <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">not delete data<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, but removes conflicting settings from older iOS versions.<\/span><\/p><p><br><\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h3 class=\"\">6. Disable Unused Features<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f916ed8\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features.webp\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388932 entered litespeed-loaded\" alt=\"Disable Unused Features\" data-id=\"388932\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Disable Unused Features\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388932\" alt=\"Disable Unused Features\" data-id=\"388932\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Disable Unused Features\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Unused-Features-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><ul class=\"\"><li>Features like Live Activities or dynamic widgets can consume resources in the background. Disabling them reduces load on the system, helping to improve overall speed and responsiveness.<\/li><li class=\"\">Disable Live Activities in Settings &gt; Face ID &amp; Passcode, and turn off Dynamic Island animations if they impact performance.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h3 class=\"\">7. Clear Safari Cache and App Data<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f91b46c\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data.webp\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388930 entered litespeed-loaded\" alt=\"Clear Safari Cache and App Data\" data-id=\"388930\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Clear Safari Cache and App Data\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388930\" alt=\"Clear Safari Cache and App Data\" data-id=\"388930\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Clear Safari Cache and App Data\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clear-Safari-Cache-and-App-Data-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><ul class=\"\"><li>Cached data accumulates over time, taking up storage and slowing down performance. Clearing browser and app cache frees up resources and enhances system speed.<\/li><li class=\"\">Clear Safari history via Settings &gt; Safari &gt; Clear History and Website Data. Offload unused apps through Settings &gt; General &gt; iPhone Storage.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h3 class=\"\">8. Check for iOS Patch Updates<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f925993\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates.webp\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388946 entered litespeed-loaded\" alt=\"Update to the Latest iOS Version\n\" data-id=\"388946\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Update to the Latest iOS Version (Patch Updates)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388946\" alt=\"Update to the Latest iOS Version\n\" data-id=\"388946\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Update to the Latest iOS Version (Patch Updates)\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Update-to-the-Latest-iOS-Version-Patch-Updates-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Apple usually releases performance fixes&nbsp;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">weeks after major updates<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><br><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Go to:<\/span><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Settings - General - Software Update<\/span><\/p><p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><\/strong><br><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Patch versions often fix:<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Lag<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Battery drain<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Touch delay<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h3 class=\"\">9. <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Use Low Power Mode<\/span><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f92c226\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode.webp\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388936 entered litespeed-loaded\" alt=\"Use Low Power Mode\" data-id=\"388936\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Use Low Power Mode\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388936\" alt=\"Use Low Power Mode\" data-id=\"388936\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Use Low Power Mode\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Use-Low-Power-Mode-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Low Power Mode reduces:<\/span><\/strong><\/p><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Background syncing<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Visua<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">l effects<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">System load<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Especially useful if your battery health is declining.<\/span><\/p><ul class=\"\"><li class=\"\">Go to Settings &gt; Battery &gt; Low Power Mode, or add it to the Control Center for easy access.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h3 class=\"\">10. Disable Motion Effects and Animations<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f94ebca\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations.webp\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388934 entered litespeed-loaded\" alt=\"Disable Motion Effects and Animations\" data-id=\"388934\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Disable Motion Effects and Animations\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388934\" alt=\"Disable Motion Effects and Animations\" data-id=\"388934\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Disable Motion Effects and Animations\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Disable-Motion-Effects-and-Animations-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><ul class=\"\"><li>Motion effects and animations may look nice but can slow down navigation, especially on older models. Disabling them improves speed and makes transitions faster.<\/li><li>Go to Settings &gt; Accessibility &gt; Motion, and enable Reduce Motion.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h3 class=\"\">11. Factory Reset (As a Last Resort)<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f952cc8\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort.webp\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388938 entered litespeed-loaded\" alt=\"Factory Reset (As a Last Resort)\n\" data-id=\"388938\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Factory Reset (As a Last Resort)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388938\" alt=\"Factory Reset (As a Last Resort)\n\" data-id=\"388938\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Factory Reset (As a Last Resort)\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Factory-Reset-As-a-Last-Resort-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><ul class=\"\"><li>If all else fails, a factory reset eliminates any software conflicts, returning your iPhone to its original state. This resolves deep-rooted performance issues but should only be done after backup.<\/li><li>Go to Settings &gt; General &gt; Transfer or Reset iPhone &gt; Erase All Content and Settings. Ensure your data is backed up before proceeding.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h3 class=\"\">12. Contact iFixScreens<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_image_caption\" data-css=\"tve-u-1929f957263\"><span class=\"tve_image_frame\"><img data-lazyloaded=\"1\" data-placeholder-resp=\"658x439\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals.webp\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388940 entered litespeed-loaded\" alt=\"Contact iFixScreens for iphone Repair\" data-id=\"388940\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Contact Professionals\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals-150x100.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tve_image wp-image-388940\" alt=\"Contact iFixScreens for iphone Repair\" data-id=\"388940\" width=\"658\" data-init-width=\"768\" height=\"439\" data-init-height=\"512\" title=\"Contact Professionals\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals.webp\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" data-width=\"658\" data-height=\"439\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 768 \/ 512;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals.webp 768w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Contact-Professionals-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><ul class=\"\"><li>If the lag continues after troubleshooting, it might indicate a hardware issue or the need for more in-depth diagnostics. For all your <a href=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/start-repair\/?&amp;device=14089\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"\" style=\"outline: none;\">iPhone repair<\/a> needs, reach out to iFixScreens. Whether it's hardware repairs or common screen repair, we've got you covered! We provides high-quality, same-day repairs at affordable prices. You can either <a href=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/device-mail-in-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"\" style=\"outline: none;\">mail in your device<\/a>&nbsp;or visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/locations\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"\" style=\"outline: none;\">nearest iFixScreens store<\/a>.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h2 class=\"\" id=\"t-1729250986351\">Final Thoughts<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p>To fix lagging issues after the iOS 18 update, start by restarting your iPhone, updating apps, freeing up storage, and reducing background tasks. If the problem continues, try more advanced solutions like resetting settings or performing a factory reset. Keeping your iPhone\u2019s software up-to-date is essential, and if none of the steps help, <a href=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/start-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\">contacting iFixScreens<\/a> is the best option.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper tve_wp_shortcode\"><div class=\"tve_shortcode_raw\" style=\"display: none\">___TVE_SHORTCODE_RAW__&lt;p&gt;[web_stories_embed url=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/web-stories\/how-to-fix-iphone-lagging-issues-after-ios-18-update\/\" title=\"How to Fix iPhone Lagging Issues After iOS 18 Update? | iFixScreens\" poster=\"https:\/\/ifixscreens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1-16.webp\" width=\"360\" height=\"600\" align=\"none\"]&lt;\/p&gt;\n__TVE_SHORTCODE_RAW___<\/div><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><p><br><\/p><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h2 class=\"\" id=\"t-1729250986352\">FAQ's<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"thrv_wrapper thrv_text_element\"><h3 class=\"\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd12\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd26\">Q. Why is my iPhone lagging after iOS 18?<\/span><\/h3><p style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd16\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd28\">A. Post-update background tasks, low storage, battery health, or app incompatibility.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd18\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd29\"><\/span><br><\/p><h3 class=\"\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd19\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd2a\">Q. Why does the new Apple update suck so much?<\/span><\/h3><p style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd1a\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd2b\">A. It often feels slow at first due to system indexing and heavier features.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd1b\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd2c\"><\/span><br><\/p><h3 class=\"\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd1d\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd2d\">Q. Will iOS 18 get fa<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd2e\">ster over time?<\/span><\/h3><p style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd1e\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd2f\">A. Yes. Patch updates and app <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd30\">optimizations<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd32\"> usually improve performance.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd1f\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd33\"><\/span><br><\/p><h3 class=\"\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd20\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd34\">Q. Does Apple slow down iPhones after updates?<\/span><\/h3><p style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd21\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd35\">A. Apple throttles performance only when battery health <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd36\">is degraded<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd37\">.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd23\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd38\"><\/span><br><\/p><h3 class=\"\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd24\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd39\">Q. Should I downgrade iOS 18?<\/span><\/h3><p style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd25\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"\" data-css=\"tve-u-19bda69cd3a\">A. 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