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Defective Delivery of Devices: Containing Camera Issues - iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro

New devices' cameras occasionally fill in mysterious dark spots.

Devices with Malfunctioning Cameras: iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro Face Unusual Photography Issues...
Devices with Malfunctioning Cameras: iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro Face Unusual Photography Issues During Delivery

Defective Delivery of Devices: Containing Camera Issues - iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro

Tomorrow marks the delivery of Apple's latest lineup of iPhones, including the highly anticipated iPhone 17. However, the launch is overshadowed by a recent camera issue reported in the iPhone 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air models, particularly during photography at concerts with large LED screens.

CNN was the first to report the issue, which causes small black and white patches to appear in photos. Apple, aware of the issue, has identified a fix and plans to release it in an upcoming software update, though the exact release date remains uncertain.

Interestingly, Apple filmed their latest keynote using an iPhone (likely the 17 Pro), indicating that the issue does not affect all iPhone usage scenarios. The more affordable standard model, the iPhone 17, which comes with two cameras, is not affected by the camera issue reported in concert settings.

The issue appears to be caused by LED lights, often used in high-intensity forms, which are increasingly common in household lamps and the film and photography industries. While the extent to which this issue can occur in a studio setting remains unclear, it is said to occur infrequently, in very rare cases, and only under extreme LED lighting conditions when the lights are extremely bright and directly facing the camera.

The iPhone Air, in addition to the 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max, is among the new iPhones being delivered tomorrow. The iPhone Air features a single 48-megapixel camera, marketed as a dual-camera system due to its ability to function as a pseudo-telephoto lens when switched to 12 megapixels (2x).

Pre-orders for the new iPhones started late last week. Despite the camera issue, Apple continues to work diligently to address the problem and provide a solution to its users. The company's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction remains unwavering, making the launch of the new iPhones an exciting event for Apple enthusiasts worldwide.

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