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Apple iPhone XS, XS Max Have A Charging Issue, Other iOS 12 Devices May Be Affected

The new Apple iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max are now facing charging issues. Hundreds of users have said that the devices do not respond to a charger being plugged in. The issue could be to do with the iOS 12 update as some older iPhone and iPad variants have also reported the same.

The Issue:

Users on Apple’s forum, reddit and also a YouTuber have been talking about this issue. The devices, mainly iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max variants, are not showing the ‘charging’ notification when they are plugged in. This doesn’t happen if you pick up the phone or wake the screen. This means that the device is only recognising the power source when there is user interaction. In some cases, the devices are also reportedly freezing, and not responding to screen taps or the power button as well. The users are using Apple’s very own lightning cables and not a third party adapter or wire. A video on YouTube has tested multiple devices, displaying that this problem is pretty widespread.

This led to multiple users believing it to be a hardware issue with the new iPhones or a problem with the charging port present on the devices. However, AppleInsider tested an iPhone 7 and a 12.9 inch first-ten iPad Pro to have the same issue as well. This has led to thoughts that the issue is not with the devices but the iOS 12 update.

Some reports are also saying that the issue may be related to the USB restricted mode on the devices. This is a feature from Apple to help secure data on your phone against anyone trying to download your information without unlocking your device. However, users said that the device would start charging with a slight touch or tap and without unlocking the devices on most instances. Hence, it is unlikely that this is due to a security feature.

Chargegate:

As of now, there has been no official response from Apple as to what is causing these devices to function in this way. Users have already started referring to it as ‘chargegate’ and are a bit irked by the issue.

October 1, 2018
The New Apple iPhone Has A Feature Indians Will Love!

The new Apple iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max have a feature that the company seems to have overlooked at the launch. This is the new dual SIM capability on the iPhone XS. The dual SIM support isn’t something new, but the way Apple has implemented the feature is impressive.

A New Type Of Dual SIM:

If you refer to our unboxing video which is linked below, you know that the devices use the eSIM technology. This means that the iPhone XS and XS Max do not use two physical SIMs (except in China). Instead, there is one physical SIM and one digital SIM which is known as eSIM. The eSIM technology isn’t new as Apple had introduced it in the Apple Watch 3 which was introduced earlier this year.

This gives you the ability to register any amount of mobile numbers onto your device. Doing away with the hassle of carrying around multiple SIM cards or mobile phones. How this works is that at any given time, only 2 connections will be active on your device. One is the physical SIM and the other is the eSIM of your choice. Whenever you want to change over to any other connection, you can just simply change the settings and voila! You’re on a new network.

This feature is immensely useful for people who need to use more than two numbers and those who travel a lot. The eSIM feature can be used while travelling overseas too. You can just switch to your preferred provider when you arrive at your destination. Another big advantage is in terms of network connectivity. We all encounter scenarios where even two mobile networks do not give us enough coverage everywhere we go. At such a point, you can just switch to your third or even fourth network using the new iPhone which might solve your problems.

Currently, Airtel, Jio and Vodafone offer eSIM support in India. Tell us what you think about this handy feature in the new iPhones, and be sure to check out our detailed unboxing and hands on video below:

September 27, 2018
Apple iPhone XS And iPhone XS Max Up For Pre-Order In India

The Apple iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max are now up for pre-order and are already selling out fast! The devices are available on Flipkart. The iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max are two devices from Apple’s latest lineup of iPhones launched recently.

Pre-Order the devices here.

iPhone XS Specifications:

The iPhone XS has a 5.8 inch Super Retina display. It has a resolution of 2436 x 1125 pixels, giving it a pixel density of 458 ppi. The device runs on the latest A12 Bionic chipset from Apple. It uses the 7nm manufacturing process. The chipset has 6 cores and a clock speed of 2.49 GHz, with 4 GB of RAM.

The device has a 12 MP + 12 MP with an aperture of f/1.8. The new A12 chipset has given the camera increased performance with a new Bokeh Mode and an Image Signal Processor. The device also has Dual SIM. The device has Face ID and is available in 64 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB variants and a new gold colour.

iPhone XS Max Specifications:

The iPhone XSMax has a 6.5 inch Super Retina display. It has a resolution of 2688 x 1242 pixels, giving it a pixel density of 458 ppi. The device runs on the latest A12 Bionic chipset from Apple. It uses the 7nm manufacturing process. The chipset has 6 cores and a clock speed of 2.49 GHz, with 4 GB of RAM.

The device has a 12 MP + 12 MP with an aperture of f/1.8. The new A12 chipset has given the camera increased performance with a new Bokeh Mode and an Image Signal Processor. The device also has Dual SIM. The device has Face ID and is available in 64 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB variants and a new gold colour. Both the devices have IP68 dust and water protection.

September 21, 2018
Apple To Increase Shipments Of iPhone XR Due To Higher Demand

The Apple iPhone XR is not yet available on sale, lacks certain features compared to the other two and is still proving to be the most popular out of the three iPhones launched recently. The device is the cheapest of the bunch and does lack some features when compared to the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max. However, industry sources report that Apple is ramping up production for the same.

The device will go on sale on 26th October. Apple has reportedly pushed the production up to 20 million units. iPhone XR orders have been revised upward to over 50 % and the demand will continue to rise, according to experts. Apple analyst Ming Chi Kuo had earlier stated that the sales of the iPhone XS will be lower than expected and that the iPhone XR will account for 50-60 % of shipments of the new iPhones.

Also Read: Apple To Get Its OLED Displays From LG For iPhone XS, XS Max

It is no surprise that the device has become a hit, compared to the other two. Starting off, it is the most affordable out of the three phones. The iPhone XR has a price tag which starts at Rs 76,900 in India while the iPhone XS starts at Rs 99,000 and the iPhone XS Max starts at Rs 1,09,900.

Apart from this, the device has a 6.1 inch screen which is bigger than the iPhone XS, reportedly preferred by most users. The device also resonates as a more reasonable choice with consumers who want to upgrade from their iPhone 6 or iPhone 7 series.

Specifications:

The iPhone XR has a 6.1 inch LCD Liquid Retina display. the device has a native resolution of 1792 x 828 pixels and a pixel density of 326 ppi. It runs on the latest A12 Bionic chip from Apple and has 3 GB of RAM. The device has a single rear camera with a 12 MP wide angle lens. It has an aperture of f/1.8. The front camera has a 7 MP sensor with true depth technology. The iPhone XR has a 2942 mAh battery and runs iOS 12.

For more details about the iPhone XR, click here.

September 20, 2018