iPhone 11 screen burn-in after iOS 26.3 update

Is it actually a burned in image or is it a ghost image? Too different things. Burn in only happens over a long period of time and you’d have gradually seen it happening. That doesn’t sound like what you’re seeing. A ghost image is a residual image of a portion of a prior app or user interface element. A forced restart should resolve that. If it’s actually a burned in screen, generally the screen needs to be replaced.

Three basic troubleshooting steps to perform (test after each attempt):

A) Try a "forced" restart of your device using these instructions: Put it on charge for at least half an hour, then, keeping it plugged in, use these gestures:

In rapid sequence, press and quickly release the volume up button, press and quickly release the volume down button, then press and hold the side (power) button. Only when the Apple logo appears (it might take 10-20 seconds), release that button (ignore all other screens that might appear, the one with the "slider" to turn the device off included).

B) If you can, check your battery status in Settings>Battery>Battery Health & Charging>Maximum capacity. If it is close to 83-80%, have it replaced as soon as possible, since it might have unpredictable behavior.

C) If the issue persists, something could have gone wrong during the latest update procedure.

I would try to install a fresh copy of iOS/iPadOS (the latest available/supported by your device model). To do this, create a full backup of your iPhone/iPad (1), then restore it to factory settings (you need a computer to perform this step) and, in the end, set it up as new (2).

When done, restore data from your previously made backup (3).

Follow the instructions provided in these support articles:

(1) How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch – Apple Support

(2) Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings – Apple Support

(3) Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch from a backup

If the issue still persists, I suggest that you contact Apple Support directly, using this link:--> Contact Apple for support and service , or make an appointment (*) and have your device inspected at an Apple Store or AASP (Apple Authorized Service Provider) among this list:--> https://locate.apple.com/choose-country-region . After checking it out, they'll give you all the available options.

Regards

Giulio

(*) You can do it:

• Online:--> Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple;
• Contacting a local Apple Store or AASP among the list provided above;
• Using the "Apple Store" app, available and downloadable from AppStore.

26.3 does not burn in any more than earlier versions.

It is possible that the thermal shock of any update process can damage a weak component.

Get support https://support.apple.com/en-us/106932?choose-your-country-or-region

You should get your iPhone diagnosed and serviced by either visiting an Authorised Apple Service Provider or Apple Store next to your place. You can use this link to find one:

Apple - Find Locations

Or you can contact the official Apple Support and send it in for service:

Apple Service and Repair for iPhone - Apple Support