iPhone 16 Pro Max Flickering Display

As annoying as it might be, try setting up your iPhone 16 Pro Max as a completely new device without restoring from iCloud Backup. This can help determine if the issue is with your backup.

Here's what may work for you on your iPhone 16 Pro Max:

1️⃣ Backup on iCloud/iTunes

2️⃣ Log out of Apple ID

3️⃣ Erase (Keep eSIM Data)

❌ DO NOT restore from backups! Set up as new iPhone. Wait 2-3 days - no issue! That Indicates...

✅ No hardware/ iOS issue

Now...

📦 Restore data manually/gradually

Try transferring the data manually, one by one. After each transfer, pause and observe to see if any issues arise. If everything runs smoothly, proceed to the next step.

1. If your old iPhone had iCloud enabled Optimised storage enabled then please do the same on the new device too. Check if you have enough iCloud Storage if you are using another Apple ID.
2. Messages, Media, Voice Memo, Keychain --> Turn on Messages in iCloud & iCloud Photos, Voice Memo, Keychain, and your content is automatically stored in iCloud and is available on all devices that use the same Apple ID including iCloud Drive
3. Contacts --> Contacts are not stored on an iPhone nor on SIM, they are synced to  Google, iCloud, AOL, Exchange, Outlook, Yahoo or any Other. Use the email account that is in your old iPhone.
4. Notes, Reminders, Calendars --> You may sync all these from any of the email accounts that you have on your old iPhone. they can be synced using  Google, iCloud, AOL, Exchange, Outlook, Yahoo or any Other.
5. Any Specific Files --> Upload to Cloud Drives (iCloud Drive, Google Drive, OneDrive, DropBox, Flickr, box, AmazonDrive, Adobe Creative Cloud and Use Files app on your new iPhone too.
6. Apps & Settings --> In any way they have to be redownloaded using the App Store. Even you had used any of the 3 processes mentioned earlier. Apart from the Apps following will also not get transferred.
   1. Content from the iTunes and App Stores or PDFs downloaded directly to Apple Books
   2. Content synced from iTunes, like imported MP3s or CDs, videos, books, and photos
   3. Data already stored in iCloud, like iCloud Photos, iMessages, and text (SMS) and multimedia (MMS) messages
   4. Face ID or Touch ID settings
   5. Apple Pay information and settings
   6. Apple Mail data
   7. Apple Music
7. WhatsApp --> Take a backup of chats and media from within the WhatsApp App. Use the same Phone number as that of your earlier iPhone and activate the account in the new iPhone too. That's it. --> Transfer Whatsapp chat History from Andro… - Apple Community
8. Shazam Account --> Access your Shazams on all your devices or online - Apple ...

Since you've already been to the Apple Store, try reaching out to Apple Support again, referencing your case. Sometimes escalating the issue can lead to a more in-depth investigation.

Expressing or conveying visual/flickering experiences effectively through these forums may be challenging. For more personalized and in-depth assistance, I recommend securing a Genius Bar Reservation and exploring the various support options provided by Apple.

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When you encounter issues with your Apple devices, the Genius Bar at Apple Retail Stores is the go-to place for expert assistance. The Genius Bar is staffed by knowledgeable Apple employees, often referred to as "Geniuses," who can diagnose and resolve a wide range of hardware and software-related problems. To ensure personalized attention and a convenient visit, Apple provides the option to schedule a Genius Bar Reservation.

Contact Genius Bar.

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When I’m playing a game for example… I can see the flash flicker on the back of my phone why does this happen? Is it because I just now turned on the Apple Intelligence on my phone? If so… How do I stop it from flashing and maybe just a little red light flickers for notification reasons???