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Apple iPhone 18 Pro series faces connectivity issues and production cuts
Apple is addressing a connectivity flaw affecting a limited number of iPhone 18 Pro Max units sold through AT&T in the United States. Affected devices may display an “SOS” status, losing the ability to make calls, send texts, or use mobile data. AT&T has warned that this issue could potentially interfere with 911 emergency calls. Because software updates cannot restore connectivity once the service is lost, Apple has indicated that physical device replacement may be necessary.
Separately, reports indicate that Apple has reduced component orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max by 15% to 20% for October. This production adjustment follows rising memory chip costs driven by high demand from AI data centers, which has contributed to higher retail prices for the new models. While some analysts suggest this reflects weaker consumer demand, others note it may represent a strategic shift in production or a reallocation of resources toward the upcoming iPhone Duo foldable device.
Entities
AT&T · Apple · IDC · J.P. Morgan · John Ternus · Nikkei Asia · Tim Cook · United States · iPhone 18 Pro · iPhone 18 Pro Max
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 4 SOURCES] The connectivity issue can cause devices to lose calls, texts, and mobile data. diarioroatan.com · www.ad-hoc-news.de · eldiariony.com · www.que.es
- [● 4 SOURCES] The connectivity issue may impact calls to the 911 emergency number. diarioroatan.com · www.ad-hoc-news.de · eldiariony.com · www.que.es
- [● 6 SOURCES] Apple is delaying the launch of the standard iPhone 18 and iPhone Air until spring 2027. www.instalki.pl · srpskainfo.com · in.mashable.com · laverdad.com.mx · www.tuaw.com · +1 more
- [● 4 SOURCES] A connectivity issue affects iPhone 18 Pro Max units on the AT&T network in the US. diarioroatan.com · www.ad-hoc-news.de · eldiariony.com · www.que.es
- [● 10 SOURCES] The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max prices increased by approximately $100 compared to the previous generation. www.infoshqip.com · trend.dk · www.instalki.pl · srpskainfo.com · www.hardwarezone.com.sg · +5 more
- [● 3 SOURCES] Some affected iPhone 18 Pro Max devices may require physical replacement to resolve connectivity issues. diarioroatan.com · eldiariony.com · www.directoriocubano.info
- [● 6 SOURCES] Rising memory chip costs are driven by demand from AI data centers. www.infoshqip.com · trend.dk · srpskainfo.com · www.techcentral.ie · unwire.hk · +1 more
- [● 14 SOURCES] Apple reduced component orders for iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max by 15% to 20% for October. www.infoshqip.com · trend.dk · www.instalki.pl · www.letemsvetemapplem.eu · www.mesazhi.com · +9 more
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The iPhone 18 Pro Max has a weight of 249 grams. www.theguardian.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The production cut occurs during the initial mass market entry phase of the devices. www.telegraf.rs · veja.abril.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The iPhone 18 Pro includes a 48MP main camera with a mechanical variable aperture supporting f/1.48 to f/4. phone.cnmo.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The A20 Pro processor utilizes a 2nm manufacturing process. phone.cnmo.com · mobiili.fi