Fix Incoming Call Not Showing on iPhone Screen

Introduction

Struggling with incoming calls not displaying on your iPhone screen can disrupt your day. Thankfully, this issue can often be resolved with a few simple troubleshooting steps. Follow this guide to ensure you never miss a call again.

Ensure Stable Network Connection

• Check Network Connection:

  • Ensure your iPhone has a reliable cellular connection.

  • Look for network indicators like "No Service" or "No SIM Card Installed."

  • Make sure your iPhone is within a good coverage area or check the SIM card.

Verify Phone service

Handling Missed Call Notifications

• Manage Incoming Call Notifications:

  • Incoming calls can appear as full-screen alerts or banner notifications.

  • If you miss a call due to swiping up, look for a black bar at the top left corner.

  • Tap the black bar to access the call screen and choose to answer or decline.

Dismissed phone call

Optimize Call Notifications

• Adjust Notification Settings:

  • Open the Settings app.

  • Navigate to Notifications > Phone.

  • Ensure "Allow Notifications" is activated for visual or auditory alerts.

Notification Settings > Phone

Manage Focus and Do Not Disturb Modes

• Check Focus and Do Not Disturb:

  • Swipe down from the top right corner to access Control Center.

  • Ensure Do Not Disturb is disabled.

  • Review and adjust Focus modes to ensure they don't block calls.

Disable Do Not Disturb mode

Reboot Your iPhone

• Restart Your Device:

  • Press the volume up button, then the volume down button.

  • Press and hold the side power button until the "slide to power off" slider appears.

  • Slide to turn off, then press and hold the power button until the Apple logo appears.

Restart iOS device

Check for iOS Updates

• Update iOS:

  • Go to Settings > General > Software Update.

  • Download and install any available updates to ensure optimal performance.

iPhone Settings > General > Software Update

By following these steps, you can resolve the issue of incoming calls not showing on your iPhone screen and ensure you stay connected.

• Why are incoming calls not showing up on my iPhone screen?

  Incoming calls might not show on your iPhone due to several reasons such as poor cell service, Do Not Disturb or Focus modes being enabled, outdated software, or incorrect notification settings for the Phone app.

• How can I ensure my iPhone always shows incoming calls?

  Ensure your iPhone has a stable network connection, and check the notification settings for the Phone app to allow alerts. Also, disable Do Not Disturb and Focus modes, and keep your iPhone's software updated.

• What steps can I take if my iPhone's call notification is accidentally dismissed?

  If a call notification is dismissed, look for a small black indicator at the top left corner of your screen. Tapping this will take you to the call, where you can accept or decline it.

• How do I restart my iPhone to fix the incoming call issue?

  To restart your iPhone, quickly press and release the volume up button, then the volume down button, and finally press and hold the side button until the power off slider appears. Slide to turn off your iPhone, then press and hold the side button to turn it back on.

• How can updating iOS software fix the issue with incoming calls not displaying?

  Software updates often include bug fixes that can resolve issues preventing incoming calls from displaying correctly on your iPhone. Always ensure your device is running the latest version of iOS.