Apple’s new flagship smartphone, the iPhone 16 Pro, is having problems with touchscreen responsiveness. According to complaints, the 16 Pro does not recognize swipes, button presses, and keystrokes on the virtual keyboard. Despite the high price tag, it’s frustrating that so many users are experiencing these problems. This issue appeared just weeks after the official launch of the iPhone 16 Pro, causing widespread concern among users.
iPhone 16 Pro touchscreen issues
iPhone 16 Pro owners are increasingly complaining that their phone’s screen is unresponsive. Many have noted that the device sometimes ignores touch gestures, making it difficult to type on the virtual keyboard or navigate the interface. There are also a lot of complaints about screen smoothness.
When smartphones first came out, it was understandable that your screen would lag after you swiped, but that was years ago. Reports from users suggest that these issues primarily affect those running iOS 18 or iOS 18.1 beta and point to a software bug rather than a hardware flaw.
iPhone 16 Pro Max Touch Screen Unresponsive with glass protector
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Initial testing suggests that the problem may stem from iOS’s touch rejection algorithms, which appear to be overly sensitive. This causes the phone to treat intentional touches as accidental and users become frustrated when their interactions are not recognized. Apple has yet to make an official statement on the bug, but given the scope of the problem, a software update could be on the horizon.
Can you fix it?
In some cases, users have found that placing their iPhone 16 Pro in a protective case helps reduce the frequency of the problem. This workaround suggests that it may have been triggered randomly by groping, as the phone’s ultra-thin bezels increase the likelihood of accidentally touching the edge. But it’s not a complete solution and many are waiting for Apple to release an update.
So far, Apple has yet to confirm whether they will address the issue in an upcoming iOS patch. Until then, users continue to share their experiences online in the hope of a quick fix.
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