iOS 26.5.1 Black Screen Issue: Device Shows Black Screen After Update

First reported on r/ios on June 25, 2026.

Some users are experiencing a black screen issue on iOS 26.5.1, where their device shows a black screen after an update. This issue is affecting users on iOS 26.5.1.

What it looks like

• Black screen
• Device shows black screen after update

How to fix it

1. Try restarting your device.
2. Check for any software updates and install them.
3. If this doesn't work, contact Apple support — there isn't a known user-side fix yet.

Affected products

• iOS 26.5.1

Sources

• Black screen of death — reddit:r/ios

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