Q: iPhone 6 Plus flickering gray bar of death!
A few days ago, I started getting a flickering gray bar at the top of my phone screen. Yes, THAT flickering gray bar! I've done a bit of reading on the web and as other people have found out, it's becoming an increasing problem among 6 plus users. Something about the touch IC chips separating from the motherboard? It renders my phone un-useable as the screen refuses to respond. I managed to do a backup followed by a full factory reset but to no avail. I can bring the screen back by taking hold of the phone on opposite corners and twisting it gently but it's not long before the flickering begins and the screen is unresponsive.
My phone case is as new as the day I bought it - no scratches, no bending or warping so this is more than just having it in my back pocket and carelessly sitting on it.
The most annoying thing is it's the SECOND hardware failure I've had with this phone in the time I've had it, the first being the failed camera component that caused blurred photos.
So are Apple doing something about this? Out of warranty or extended warranty repair program? Or have I got to buy a new or refurbished phone?
iPhone 6 Plus, iOS 9.3.2
Posted on Oct 14, 2016 1:48 AM