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Last weekend I bought an iPhone 16 Pro Max 512gb, and I’ve noticed that sometimes when I tap the display while it’s in Always-On mode, a few glitch lines briefly appear before disappearing. This happens randomly and not every time. So I’m concerned that the screen might be failing. What should I do about this?
iPhone 16 Pro Max, iOS 18
I've experienced the same issue on my iPhone 16, with occasional glitch lines appearing on the screen. I consulted a professional, and they mentioned that iOS 18.0.1 didn’t fully fix the touch sensitivity issue. Some devices have this glitch with iOS 18.0.1, while others don’t. Even after updating, I was still seeing those black lines occasionally, which seems to be a system bug—pretty frustrating! I tried other solutions and eventually tried a reapir & updated to the latest version of iOS 18, which completely fixed the problem. So you can give it a try, hope everythings goes well!😄
I've experienced the same issue on my iPhone 16, with occasional glitch lines appearing on the screen. I consulted a professional, and they mentioned that iOS 18.0.1 didn’t fully fix the touch sensitivity issue. Some devices have this glitch with iOS 18.0.1, while others don’t. Even after updating, I was still seeing those black lines occasionally, which seems to be a system bug—pretty frustrating! I tried other solutions and eventually tried a reapir & updated to the latest version of iOS 18, which completely fixed the problem. So you can give it a try, hope everythings goes well!😄
I’ve had the same thing happen with mine. The update 18.0.1 did not fix the touch sensitivity issue and I noticed the exact same thing with the screen glitching. It’s truly for an instant, I see the lines and then they disappear. I think they haven’t fully resolved the software issues. I’ve had my iPhone 16 pro max since the release date.
I contacted Apple Support, and they said I could replace the iPhone at the store. However, I think it’s a software bug. I did some research on Reddit and found that this issue mainly happens with the Always-On Display. Since I turned off that feature, it hasn’t happened again
This is exactly why I’m not bringing my phone into Apple. They don’t know what’s going on yet, so techs are going to start with a wipe and I have no interest in starting over.
Patiently waiting for “glitch-gate” to become more mainstream so Apple addresses this problem publicly.
I had the same issue took it to apple twice. 1st time they said my backup was corrupt. Made me start my phone from fresh and not use the backup. Still was happening. 2nd time they replaced my phone. and guess what... still happening only worse now. Before it was small lines now the whole screen glitches out. Hopefully they come up with a update fix soon.
but my wife has also started to see it on her iPhone 16 Pro Max which is on the public release 18.0.1
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Same here. I talked to apply support
he told me to reset my new iPhone 16 pro max again! I told him i will not. This is clearly should be updated by apple in software update
I also saw that thread. I think it’s ridiculous that to fix the problem we have to disable one of the main selling features for the iPhone.
I’ve experienced the same issue as described since launch day. I’ve restored the device and set it up as new as well. I’ve been on public iOS releases all the way up to Apple seed releases 18.1 and the issue persists. The glitch usually happens shortly after unlocking the device but not always. The flash of lines varies on the location of the screen and usually measure 2-3” tall and finger or so wide. Just wanted to provide my experience in case someone else is seeking misery amongst company.
Disable Always-On display if you have this issue. This fixed it for me, but i'm not sure when apple will fix thix.
I’ve turned mine off too now and seems to be OK. Sounds like software bug so hope it’s fixed soon as like to have always-on display on
Same. Turn always display to off. It will fixed the issue
I have also been having this problem with my 16 Pro Max since launch, and it started happening almost right out of the box. Hopefully Apple gets this fixed soon!
Been there done that. They replaced my phone and it still does it. Has to be a software issue. Hopefully an update soon will fix it.
Hi Natty,
Did you find out any solution? are you still facing this issue?
iPhone 16 Pro Max Screen Occasionally Displays Glitch Lines
