Apple has reportedly updated the repair process for the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max, which could make it easier to fix problems with Face ID, the company’s biometric unlocking mechanism for the smartphones, and the selfie camera. According to a report, while the repair process for these phones usually involves replacing the smartphone, authorized Apple service centers and Apple Stores can resolve these issues by repairing the same unit. The changes are said to only apply to Apple’s high-end Pro models that were launched last September.
according to 9to5Mac reportsThe iPhone maker has announced through an internal memo that Apple Stores and Apple Authorized Service Providers will be able to fix problems with the selfie (or TrueDepth) camera as well as the Face ID sensor. iphone 14 pro And iphone 14 pro max, without changing the smartphone. This is expected to reduce electronic waste as part of the repair process.
According to the report, Apple already supports same-unit repair for the iPhone XS and newer models, except for the iPhone 14 series that debuted last year. However, it’s currently unclear whether the changes to repairing iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max phones apply to all markets, and whether (or when) this will become the norm.
Whereas, the report states iphone 14 And iphone 14 plus Owners will have to wait for some time till same-unit repair is supported on these handsets. Gadgets 360 has sought comment from Apple on whether the revamping process applies to iPhone 14 Pro models in the country and will update this article when the company responds.
Last year, it was reported that Apple had expanded its Face ID repair program, allowing repairs without replacing the entire device iphone x, the firm had previously began program for iphone xs, iphone 11, iphone 12And iphone 13 model.