Gap between screen and frame on top of iPhone 17 Pro Max?

is there supposed to be a gap between the screen and frame at the top part of iphone 17 pro max?

iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 16

Posted on Feb 3, 2026 7:31 PM

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Posted on Feb 3, 2026 8:14 PM

"Gap between screen and frame on top of iPhone 17 Pro Max?: is there supposed to be a gap between the screen and frame at the top part of iphone 17 pro max?"

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Gap Between Screen and Frame:

Being they are two separate items, there will always be a gap(an apparent crease) between the frame and screen, but if it seems to be spread apart a bit more than a few millimeters, then you should return this, or get it serviced.


Getting this iPhone Serviced, ASAP:

To go through Applesetup a Genius Bar Appointment at your local Apple Store, taking it in for service. There, it will be diagnosed, and you'll be provided with a cost. or see an AASP (Apple Authorized Service Provider) in your local area.

Contact Apple:


Or...


Contact an AASP: 

  1. Go Here: Find Locations - Apple Authorized Reseller
  2. Click: Service & Support
  3. Enter: your location information
  4. See: if there is an AASP nearby
  5. Contact: an AASP that shows up, and find out more about the services that they offer to fix the iPhone
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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Feb 3, 2026 8:14 PM in response to Emmily16

"Gap between screen and frame on top of iPhone 17 Pro Max?: is there supposed to be a gap between the screen and frame at the top part of iphone 17 pro max?"

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Gap Between Screen and Frame:

Being they are two separate items, there will always be a gap(an apparent crease) between the frame and screen, but if it seems to be spread apart a bit more than a few millimeters, then you should return this, or get it serviced.


Getting this iPhone Serviced, ASAP:

To go through Applesetup a Genius Bar Appointment at your local Apple Store, taking it in for service. There, it will be diagnosed, and you'll be provided with a cost. or see an AASP (Apple Authorized Service Provider) in your local area.

Contact Apple:


Or...


Contact an AASP: 

  1. Go Here: Find Locations - Apple Authorized Reseller
  2. Click: Service & Support
  3. Enter: your location information
  4. See: if there is an AASP nearby
  5. Contact: an AASP that shows up, and find out more about the services that they offer to fix the iPhone

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