After setting up assistive access on an iphone xs I have to tap three times on the screen to enter the phone after standby, doing the same on an iphone 16 pro i only have to tap once to enter the phone after standby. Why?
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Original Title: Assistive access problem
iPhone 16 Pro, iOS 18
Posted on Jul 7, 2025 9:57 AM
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Jul 14, 2025 6:33 PM in response to tfunder
Hi tfunder,
welcome to this Apple (user-to-user) Community!
Re: "Assistive access problem"
on an iphone xs I have to tap three times on the screen to enter the phone after standby,
on an iphone 16 pro i only have to tap once to enter the phone after standby. Why?"
Am no expert in this area, yet your request deserves some response.
Wondering whether or not the two iPhones have the same iOS version installed ?
If not, it is likely some features will just work differently, as updates do often introduce improvements.
If you want: You can check each iPhone's version in Settings > General > About.
or
You can just check each iPhone to see if an update is available in Settings > General > Software updates
The newest iOS version : About iOS 18 Updates - Apple Support says iOS 18.5 is the latest
Also says: "This update introduces ... features, bug fixes, and security updates for your iPhone"
NB: If you want to install the newest version on one, or both iPhones, it is always wise to back-up iPhone first
All the best :-)
Jul 16, 2025 1:42 AM in response to brbo
Thanks!
Both iphones is on latest iOS!
I think i today have discovered the issue. On the XS there is no kode nor Faceid, which I have on the 16.
Jul 16, 2025 2:34 PM in response to tfunder
Thank you for taking the time to reply, and to let us know you found your answer!
Cheers :-)
Different Assistive Access tap requirements on iPhone XS and iPhone 16 Pro