Is your iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max not making calls? If you’re experiencing this problem, we’ve compiled a list of solutions you can try to fix the problem.
There are a number of possible reasons why you are having call issues on your iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max. These include poor network reception,, SIM failure and much more.
Regardless of why your iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max won’t make calls, the solutions explain in this article should get your problem solved in no time.
Without further ado, let’s look at how to fix an iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max that won’t make calls.
How to Fix iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max not making calls issue
1. Check for signal
If you aren’t connected to the cellular network, your iPhone 14 Pro won’t make calls. You can check your network coverage at the top of your screen. If you’re out of reception, you may be in a dead spot or there may be a network outage.
If this is the case, you should try moving to an area or location with a stronger signal. Note that certain locations and premises — such as tunnels and underground car parks — will prevent you from receiving any signal. As such, look for places on or above ground that aren’t too remote (i.e., that aren’t out in the middle of nowhere).
2. Check Airplane Mode Is Not On
In airplane mode, your mobile network is disabled. This means all incoming calls will go to voicemail and your iPhone 14 Pro won‘t be able to make outgoing calls at all. You can check if Airplane mode is enabled by following the steps below:
- Go to Settings.
- Turn off the toggle next to AirPlane Mode if it’s on.
3. Check your phone contract/contact your carrier
One reason why your iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max can’t make calls may be that there’s a problem with your carrier. For example, there could be a network outages. Alternatively, you can check sites such as Downdetector for third-party updates on network statuses.
4. Remove and reactivate SIM card
Similar to the perennial reboot advice you get from IT departments, it’s usually worth removing your SIM card and reinserting it again. Doing this effectively de- and reactivates the card, hopefully removing any issues that were preventing your iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max from making calls.
Note: this tip only apply to iPhone that supports physical SIM card.
5. Reset network settings
The next solution you should try if your iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max can’t make calls is to reset network settings. This clears your phone of any stored data that might potentially interfere with its functioning. You can do this by following the steps below:
- Go to Settings.
- Tap General.
- Select Transfer or Reset iPhone.
- Choose Reset.
- Tap Reset Network Settings.
6. Update iOS
Yes, we’re starting to get a little desperate now, but updating to the most recent version of iOS software can often help in cases where your iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max won’t make calls. You can do this by following the steps below:
- Go to Settings.
- Tap General.
- Select Software Update.
- If an update is available, tap Download and Install.
7. Update Carrier settings
Make sure that your phone is operating properly on your network, and do need to be updated from time to time. To update your carrier settings, followthe steps below:
- Go to Settings.
- Choose General.
- Tap About.
- If there is an update available, the option to update will appear here. Also by going to Settings > General > About, you can see which version of your carrier settings that you’re running on your device.
Bear in mind that if you install a new SIM card, it’s necessary for phone functionality for you to update your carrier settings before making a call.
8. Factory resets and Apple fixes
If you’ve tried all of the above steps and you still can’t make calls on iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max, you may want to consider a factory reset. This is basically the nuclear option as far as any problem or bug is concerned, but it can resolve issues in certain cases. You can do this by following the steps below:
- Go to Settings.
- Tap General.
- Select Transfer or Reset iPhone.
- Tap Erase All Content and Settings.
Needless to say, you should always backup your device before performing a factory reset. However, if this and every other option fails, it may be time to contact Apple support and inquire into a potential repair or replacement.
Conclusion
Hopefully, you can use one of these solutions to fix iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max calling problems. Which of the above tips fixed your problem? Drop a comment and let us know.