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iPhone 18 Pro users report significant problem just weeks after the product went on sale
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It may only have been a couple of weeks since its release, but users of the iPhone 18 Pro have claimed that there's a common defect.
You'd think that Apple's latest phone, which set buyers back at $1,199 a pop, would take more than a few months before showing any real deficiencies, but some claim issues are already clear.
Apparently, a part of the phone is changing color, with many taking photos to show discoloration around the camera lens in particular.
More specifically, complaints are coming from those with Burgundy and Deep Black iPhone 18 models.
They claim that it is a manufacturing defect, but experts have weighed in and suggested that there is an explanation for the change in color.
Why is the iPhone 18 Pro changing color?
According to experts, it is the result of Apple's brand-new, uniform exterior finish, mixed with the natural oils produced by human skin.
For the company's latest iPhone model, they have altered their manufacturing process to reduce the color contrast between the back glass panel and the metal frame.
According to Insider Paper, experts revealed that the change in color from the Burgundy and Deep Black models in particular is because of fingerprints.
Unless you don't have fingers, natural skin oils will accumulate on the dark matte coating, which affects light refraction on the exterior of the iPhone.
This can appear as deep red or purple tones on the Burgundy models, which can look weathered in a matter of weeks - this is mistaken for permanent fading or discoloration.
How do you fix this issue?
Apparently, all you need to fix this look is to wipe the device with a dry microfiber cloth, as the tone is only temporary.
The cloth removes the oil buildup, bringing the color back to its former glory, so no need to fear, iPhone users.
Experts have also revealed that it may be down to Apple's design model, with the new 18 Pro featuring a color-matched, tinted glass back that changes tones under different lighting conditions.
In direct sunlight, the Burgundy color can appear maroon, switching to purple-black in low-light settings.
But under mixed lighting, it's said that one side of the phone can look like an entirely different color to the other.
How do you protect your iPhone 18 Pro's finish?
Those with the new iPhone 18 Pro are advised to avoid exposing their phones to harsh chemicals, in case you were planning on that.
This can include anything from aerosol sprays to bleach, or even hydrogen peroxide-based sanitizers.
Users should aim to use 70% isopropyl alcohol or 75% ethyl alcohol wipes when cleaning their screens.
If you find it difficult to maintain the color of your phone, there are lighter models available, such as the Glacier Blue and Silver options, which show less fingerprints.