Other How widespread is the dust under lens issue?

[HerbertDerb]

I’ve been researching how common the dust under lens issue is for the iPhone 15 Pro and 16 Pro, and it seems to be a fairly talked-about problem with these models.

From what I’ve gathered, Apple changed the assembly process for these phones. The back glass is the last part to be glued on, meaning the camera lenses are exposed and facing upwards throughout most of the assembly. Since these phones aren’t assembled in full clean rooms, it makes me wonder how Apple prevents dust from getting between the lens and the camera sensor.

I’ve been using my iPhone 11 Pro Max for a "few" years, but I’m considering upgrading to the iPhone 17 Pro Max. Back in 2019, my first 11 Pro Max had dust under the lens, which sparked my research into this issue.

Has anyone else experienced this dust issue on the 15 or 16 Pro? And what do you think about how Apple might address it with the new 17 Pro Max?

 

[TechRunner]

In my little circle there are a handful of 15 and 16 Pros, including my own. Nobody has noticed any issues with dust, myself included. I have heard of it in some cases, but I personally don't know anyone who has had the problem.

 

[HerbertDerb]

In my little circle there are a handful of 15 and 16 Pros, including my own. Nobody has noticed any issues with dust, myself included. I have heard of it in some cases, but I personally don't know anyone who has had the problem.

Glad to hear this. Let’s hope after 6 years without upgrade, luck doesnt bite me in the ass

 

[tim_apple]

I have it, but it’s new. I just assumed it got in there somehow. Very disappointing.