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Apple's iPhone 11 family will warn on detecting third-party screen
Last updated on Sep 27, 2019, 01:35 pm
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After issuing a number of warnings asking iPhone users not to go for third-party repairs and parts, Apple will now use its devices to do the nagging.
The Cupertino giant has said that the new iPhone 11 family will issue a warning message in case a user gets an original display replaced with a third-party panel.
Here's all you need to know about it.
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Message
What kind of message iPhone 11 lineup will show
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In a recently published support document, Apple has noted that its iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max will show a warning message after detecting a non-genuine display.
"Unable to verify this iPhone has a genuine Apple display," the important display message will read.
It will first appear as a notification for four days, and then move under 'About' in Settings.
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Important
Older iPhones will not show the warning
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The warning message would come handy if a person gets their iPhone's screen replaced from a party that "appears" Apple authorized but is actually not.
However, do note that the capability has only been announced for the new iPhone line-up and those with older devices, even last year's iPhone Xs, Xs Max, and Xr, won't see the message.
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Similar message
Apple displays similar message for battery too
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Meanwhile, a few months back, Apple had rolled out a similar kind of message for the battery of iPhone Xr, Xs, and Xs Max.
But, the thing is, it wasn't just a notification; it even disabled the battery health information and statistics on the iPhone.
The new message, on the contrary, doesn't interfere with the display even if it's detected as not genuine.
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Reason
Why Apple advises against third-party displays?
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The same document also mentions why Apple doesn't want you to go for a third-party display.
It says that unauthorized repairman may not follow proper procedures, which, in turn, can cause issues with multi-touch, color calibration, True Tone, or ambient light sensor.
Sometimes, they can even leave screws and other parts loose, which may damage the battery or cause excessive overheating.