Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max: Known Problems
Problems documented for the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, each with its source.
Battery wear
moderateApple says the iPhone 16 Pro Max battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. We haven't found a capacity-at-cycles figure from Apple for this model.
How often it gets fixed: Volunteers at community repair events fixed 46% of the phones brought in with battery or charging problems, where the outcome was logged. 789 repair attempts, Open Repair Data.
Is the battery on your Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max worth fixing? Get a verdictCharging stops from a dirty port
minorApple says a dirty or damaged charging port can trigger the "accessory not supported" alert, and its steps for an iPhone that won't charge include removing any debris from the port.
Water resistance wears off
moderateThe iPhone 16 Pro Max is rated IP68, but Apple says splash, water and dust resistance aren't permanent. Liquid damage isn't covered under warranty.
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