Why is my iPhone 14 Pro causing headache, nausea and eye strain? PWM Complaint...

Incorrect again, the variable refresh rate can and does affect users. They say their iPhone 12 Pro doesn’t bother them yet their 14 pro does. The main difference s the display they are not identical. The 14 Pro has a variable refresh rate, indicating it changes its rate continuously. This can create eye strain.

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Exactly my point the iPhone 14 pro has a variable refresh rate meaning just because it’s rated for maximum of 120hrtz it can also go as low as 10 hrtz. Which would explain why people with sensitivity may be affected by the 13 pro and 14 pro models more than a 12 pro. Because the refresh rate can be much lower depending on what they are viewing.

I’m the same as you. I’m having to use an iPhone 11 for its LCD screen since even five minutes with any of their other phones besides the SE gives me insane migraines, particularly if I lower the screen brightness (which I need to do because bright light triggers my migraines as well).

I used to buy a the new iPhone model each year outright, however, once they introduced all the new models with only OLED screens (PWM), I had to stop.

I really, really wish I had the option to upgrade to a better phone but I can’t with their current line-up. I’m thankful Apple still has the SE to choose from but the camera and video features are not as good as what I have on my 11 and I’m a vlogger and rely on my iPhone to take my video and pictures.

Apple, if you’re listening: please, please give us migraine sufferers a higher-end model to choose from consistently each year that has an LCD screen option. I’d be willing to bet there’s a lot more of us out there than you realize, than the sufferers’ themselves even realize. You could market them to migraine sufferers to help reduce migraines and I’d be willing to bet you’d make money off them. I’d buy a new iPhone each year again for sure!

Please don’t forget about us with these types of physical limitations - we’re deep in your ecosystem as well and want to stay with you!

Thank you.

Exactly. Many people just don't know what causes it. For example, they may think that it is simply because their eyes get tired from reading. As it would be from reading a book. But the truth it - they wouldn't get that much severe eye strain or wouldn't get as fast if they used PWM-free screens. More people know about the issue - the faster manufacturers will address it in order to keep the customers.

iPhone 11 is LCD, the 11 pro is OLED.

I tried both and stuck with the 11. I just tried the 15 plus but massive headaches and eye strain. Apple needs to release a dimming update or just make a lcd phone. I’d buy it in a minute. Don’t care of the price.

I have the same issue with the 14 and also the 15 (both returned)

I wonder if it's more that the "wavelength" or "frequency" the 14 and 15 use is different/stronger than the previous models. These are the first ones that communicate with satellites, and let whomever know if you're in an accident. So my question is - is the "wavelength" they're on stronger than the previous models?

I went back to my 13.

Saying "wavelength" is like saying "feet" or "meters." It's a unit of measure, as is frequency. What sort of waves do you think are the issue here?

It is likely that you have the problem with PWM that other people in this thread have described.

Obviously not the right words, BUT tech at Apple Store agreed 14 and 15 do "communicate" or whatever the technical term is, differently, or possibly with more strength, because of the safety features that began with the 14 i.e. if you're lost, out of range, let's say in the mountains, 14 or 15 will find a satellite. If you're in an accident they will notify.

Not PWM because it happens while just holding and not looking at the screen.

I have the exact same problem. Once I upgraded to one of the new iPhones with OLED and had to return it and go back to my 7. I ended up “upgrading” to a xr but it seems I won’t be able to get anything else new since they aren’t releasing anything I can use without feeling nauseous and constant migraines. Really sad because I would love to get a new phone. I hope apple hears our calls for help on this and puts out a newer phone that we can use as PWM sensitive people.

Yep same here, too bad tho, I returned it. However, to be honest, in term of speed, my iPhone 11 pro doesn't feel slow compared to the iPhone 14 pro.

I'm not trying to prove anything. If you have suggestions for Apple as to how they can solve this go here -> Feedback - iPhone - Apple

Apple has to choose from what display manufacturers make available.

Apple can demand anything they want, but if third-party display makers don't offer it, Apple can't purchase it.

There is zero medical evidence that cellular transmissions can induce headaches, and the iPhone 12 Pro also supported 5G.

The best advice is to consult a physician.

i did leave them feedback multiple times , i hope everyone else who is facing this issue is doing too.

I thought i was the only one. I uograded from 11 pro to 14 pro 48 hours ago and its been ****. I am nauseated with dizziness and migraine which gets better as soon as I use 11 pro for a while.