How to Fix SOS Only Mode on iPhone

The SOS symbol on your iPhone status bar indicates that you are in SOS Only mode. This means that you can only make emergency calls or send emergency texts to the authorities. You cannot make regular phone calls or use any other features of your iPhone until you exit SOS Only mode.

There are a few reasons why you might see the SOS symbol on your iPhone status bar. One possibility is that you have accidentally activated Emergency SOS. This can happen if you press and hold the side button and one of the volume buttons for five seconds. Another possibility is that you are in an area with poor cellular reception. If you have no cellular service, you will be unable to make any calls or send any texts, and the SOS symbol will appear in your status bar.

If you see the SOS symbol on your iPhone status bar and you do not need to make an emergency call, you can exit SOS Only mode by following these steps:Press and hold the side button until the power off slider appears.
Drag the power off slider to the right.
When your iPhone turns off, press and hold the side button again until the Apple logo appears.

Once your iPhone has restarted, the SOS symbol will no longer appear in your status bar.

How to Fix SOS Only on iPhone

If you are seeing the SOS symbol on your iPhone status bar and you do not need to make an emergency call, there are a few things you can do to try to fix the problem:Check your cellular reception. If you are in an area with poor cellular reception, you may need to move to a different location with better reception.

• Restart your iPhone. Sometimes, a simple restart can fix minor software issues.                                          
• Update your carrier settings. Carrier settings can sometimes become outdated, which can cause problems with your iPhone's cellular connection. You can update your carrier settings by going to Settings > General > About > Carrier.                                                                                                        
• Reset your network settings. This will reset all of your iPhone's network settings, including your Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular settings. To reset your network settings, go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings.

If you have tried all of these steps and you are still seeing the SOS symbol on your iPhone status bar, you may need to contact your carrier for assistance.

What Does SOS Stand For?

    The SOS symbol is a Morse code distress signal. It is made up of three dots, three dashes, and three dots. The dots are represented by short presses of a button, and the dashes are represented by long presses of a button.

    The SOS symbol was first used in the late 1800s, and it quickly became the standard distress signal for ships and aircraft. Today, the SOS symbol is still used in emergency situations, but it is also used in other contexts, such as in sports and music.

How to Use Emergency SOS. 

    To use Emergency SOS, press and hold the side button and one of the volume buttons for five seconds. A countdown will begin, and an alert will sound. If you release the buttons after the countdown, your iPhone will automatically call emergency services. You can also drag the slider to the right to call emergency services immediately.

How to Add Emergency Contacts. 

    You can add emergency contacts to your iPhone so that they are notified if you make an emergency call. To add emergency contacts, go to Settings > Emergency SOS > Add Emergency Contacts.

How to Disable SOS Only Mode.

     If you do not want to be limited to making emergency calls or sending emergency texts, you can disable SOS Only mode. To disable SOS Only mode, go to Settings > Emergency SOS > Toggle Off Call with Side Button.

How to Use SOS While Wearing a Face Mask. 

    If you are wearing a face mask, you can still use Emergency SOS by pressing and holding the side button and the top button at the same time. This will start the countdown and alert emergency services.

How to Use SOS in Other Countries. 

    If you are traveling to another country, you can still use Emergency SOS. However, you will need to make sure that your iPhone is set to the correct emergency services number for the country you are in. To do this, go to Settings > Emergency SOS > Emergency Services.

How to Use SOS with a Medical ID. 

    If you have a Medical ID set up on your iPhone, emergency services will be able to see your medical information when they are dispatched to your location. This information can include your allergies, medications, and medical conditions. To set up a Medical ID, go to Settings > Health > Medical ID.