Brief
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max Face Random Reboots and Connectivity Glitches
Apple issued iOS 27.0.1 patches after users reported random reboots, emergency‑call failures and speaker crackling on the new iPhone 18 Pro models.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max have encountered several launch‑day problems, according to Lifehacker’s Jake Peterson. Users reported random reboots, emergency‑call failures, speaker noise and fading camera‑lens finish, prompting the company to roll out software updates.
What happened
Shortly after the devices shipped with iOS 27, some owners experienced the phones freezing after a failed Face ID attempt and then rebooting. AT&T warned iPhone 18 Pro Max users that the devices might be unable to dial 911, send texts or connect to data until they installed the latest iOS 27.0.1 update. Additional complaints included a persistent cracking sound from the speakers and a perceived fading of the finish around the camera lenses.
What the reports add
Lifehacker notes that the random‑reboot issue mirrors a similar problem seen on Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, both running watchOS 27. The outlet says Apple’s patch notes for iOS 27.0.1 and watchOS 27.0.1 mention only the reboot fix, without detailing the emergency‑call problem. AT&T’s alert, cited by Lifehacker, specifically targets iPhone 18 Pro Max users, suggesting the carrier observed a broader connectivity flaw.
What was said
Jake Peterson, senior technology editor at Lifehacker, wrote that the reboot glitch was “clearly just a glitch with Apple’s newest iPhones running iOS 27.” He added that the iOS 27.0.1 patch “quickly released” addressed the issue, though the release notes were sparse.
How it came about
Apple promoted the iPhone 18 Pro series as its most advanced phones, featuring the A20 Pro chip, variable‑aperture camera and a claimed 34‑hour video‑playback battery life. Earlier Felo coverage compared the 18 Pro to the 17 Pro, noting a £100 price increase and incremental upgrades (iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro). The current rollout issues contrast with that positive positioning, highlighting the challenges of launching new hardware and software simultaneously.
Key facts
- iPhone 18 Pro users experienced random reboots after failed Face ID attempts. (lifehacker.com)
- AT&T warned iPhone 18 Pro Max users that they might be unable to dial 911 until updating to iOS 27.0.1. (lifehacker.com)
- Some users reported a cracking noise from the speakers and fading finish around the camera lenses. (lifehacker.com)
- Apple released iOS 27.0.1 and watchOS 27.0.1 patches that mention the reboot fix. (lifehacker.com)
Sources
- [1] lifehacker.com — originally reported as “Four Major Issues Are Plaguing the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max”
