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Some users experiencing “crackling earpiece” issue with iPhone X units

There are always going to be some issues with a brand new handset and the iPhone X doesn’t seem to be exempt from this rule. A number of users have reported what appears to be crackling and buzzing coming from the iPhone X’s earpiece speaker. One commenter reported that he notices the crackling when playing […]

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Apple releases iOS 11.0.2 update, focuses on crackling sound issue

You can’t say Apple isn’t quick with its updates. On Tuesday, Apple released iOS 11.0.2. The update, a 277 megabyte download, offers the following fixes and changes for supported iOS devices: – Fixes an issue where crackling sounds may occur during calls for a small number of iPhone 8 and 8 Plus devices.

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Apple states fix is in progress for “static” sounds on some iPhone 8 devices

Apple has announced that it’s working on a fix for some of the “static” and “crackling” sounds some users have experienced from the newly-released iPhone 8’s earpiece. The company offered the following statement: “We are aware of the issue which is affecting customers in a small number of cases,” an Apple spokesperson said. “Our team […]

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Colorado woman’s iPhone 4 allegedly combusts while charging, exact causes unknown

On the down side, an Apple iPhone 4 in Colorado apparently caught fire. Still…SOMETHING had to catch fire. Per Mashable, a Colorado woman alleges that her iPhone 4 caught fire while charging overnight and wants Apple to warn customers of the device’s possible combustion issues. The woman, who spoke under the condition of anonymity, said […]