I just bought a used iPhone XS Max and the touch screen only works some and it’s ghost texting. It’s clicking on apps and options when im not. Idk what’s going on?

What is causing the refurbished iPhone XS Max i bought to click on things like it’s being remotely controlled? And touch screen works then stops ?

iPhone XS Max, iOS 16

Posted on Mar 29, 2023 5:43 AM

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KiltedTim

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Mar 29, 2023 5:58 AM in response to vamp81

Where, exactly, did you buy it?

Return it for a refund.

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I just bought a used iPhone XS Max and the touch screen only works some and it’s ghost texting. It’s clicking on apps and options when im not. Idk what’s going on?

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