I have an iPhone 12 Pro Max with 512GB that I've been using for 5 years. Recently, it's been going through a series of unfortunate events. First, my Face ID stopped working, then the mute button and volume buttons started acting up. The power button ultimately failed, leaving my phone stuck on a blinking Apple logo, and I can't get it to turn on! I can't afford to buy a new phone right now, but I rely on it for my job as a social media manager and it's causing me major stress. I've already tried putting it in recovery mode and forced restoring it with iTunes, but I keep getting an unknown error (4013). Any suggestions on how I can fix this or at least get it back up and running?
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Yeah, error 4013 is definitely hardware-related. The failure of the camera is often a sign too. If you're not looking to replace the whole phone, your best bet is to find a shop that specializes in microsoldering or component-level repairs. They might be able to sort this out for you!
The error 4013 usually points to a hardware issue. Given that your back glass is cracked and you've had issues with various buttons, I suspect there could be some corrosion affecting the internal components. A third-party repair shop might be able to swap the housing and fix the flex cables—it could be cheaper than buying a new iPhone 16!
Agreed! A housing swap could help a lot, especially if they use good-quality parts.
For sure, those repairs can sometimes bring old phones back to life! Good luck!