IPhone 15 Pro Max keyboard not registering clicks and some keys are not sensitive

Anyone experiencing insensitive keys on the keyboard? Some keys near the edge of my phone that are noticeably less sensitive and irresponsive than the rest (with and without a screen protector). I have to click pretty hard multiple times in order for the keys to register. The keys that are having issues registering my clicks are Backspace and "P". I tested the demo phones in the store and they all seem normal and much more sensitive.

Posted on Sep 27, 2023 5:02 PM

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Posted on Oct 20, 2023 2:05 AM

I had the same exact issue. Just updated to IOS 17.1, which, according to Apple:

Fixes an issue that may cause the keyboard to be less responsive


And it does! Issue resolved. My backspace, “L” key and “M” key are functioning again!


Hope it works for y'all as well.


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Feb 19, 2024 8:04 AM in response to JustAnotherAppleUser_

I went to the service centre in the early days of January. My IP 15PM’s screen was replaced to see if the problem would be resolved. I can categorically tell you that I’m still having the same issue. When it comes to responding to any sort of social media text directly from the notification pane, the keyboard just stops registering all my clicks. When I am on a call and chatting at the same time, the same issue comes up. I’m tired.

Nov 2, 2023 9:55 AM in response to JustAnotherAppleUser_

Mine is the exact same. Everyone has been thinking I’m losing the plot but I have to close the app im typing on to make it work.

I’ve updated to the latest software and reset everything and started fresh.


nothing has worked and now wondering if I should ask for a different model as this is not worth it. The over heating also is driving me mad.

Nov 8, 2023 12:36 AM in response to JustAnotherAppleUser_

Hey all, I’m noticing this issue as well. Something sticky and laggy and unresponsive with certain keys. I just got my 15PM last night and it’s been less than 24 hours. But noticed it immediately. It’s rather odd. It feels like my dictionary is working overtime because half the words I type are incomplete.


Is there any fix for this at all?


Much appreciated.

Nov 14, 2023 10:44 AM in response to MikeBP7

You’re welcome, glad it helped, and thanks for sharing. It just makes me curious as to what may be causing this, b/c I’m looking for another case, lol. I’m beginning to think It may not be the MagSafe element in the case then, but an internal sensor. From what I understand, these new iPhones have a barometric pressure sensor, and covering it may be affecting internal operations. Whatever the case might be, hopefully this discussion will shed some light on it.

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