iPhone Touchscreen Glitch While Charging - Need Help and Insight!

Hey fellow iPhone enthusiasts, I've been facing a quirky issue with my iPhone's touchscreen when it's charging, and I'm reaching out to the community for insights and solutions. Here's the lowdown:


Problem:

The touchscreen doesn't respond as expected when my phone is charging. It's akin to the sensation of trying to use a wet touchscreen.


Observations:

  • Occurs when charging through USB port on my PC.
  • Happens with both the Original Apple Charger and Anker Charger.
  • No screen guard in use.


Potential Cause:

It seems the issue is related to the lack of grounding in the iPhone. When my finger touches the camera ring or the stainless steel frame, the problem disappears. I experimented by placing the phone on an insulating surface, and the screen became glitchy.


Experiment I Haven't Tried Yet:

Using a 3-pin USB charger, as the third pin could provide grounding for excess current.


Hypothesis:

iPhones might be designed to function optimally without cases, with your hand directly in contact with the device's frame.


Questions for the Community:

  1. Has anyone else encountered a similar touchscreen issue while charging?
  2. Any insights on using a 3-pin USB charger for grounding?
  3. Could using an iPhone with a case and the 'recommended' 2-pin Apple charger affect the phone's lifespan?


Looking forward to your thoughts and suggestions! 📱✨

iPhone 14 Pro

Posted on Nov 7, 2023 7:41 PM

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Nov 7, 2023 10:46 PM in response to bombaydragon

Go to Settings > Accessibility > Touch, then tap Haptic Touch or 3D & Haptic Touch. Choose the touch duration—Fast or Slow. On an iPhone with 3D Touch, you can also choose the pressure needed—Light, Medium, or Firm. Test your new settings on the image at the bottom of the screen.


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