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Is it really fading, or is it surface oil?
Apple says that on certain Pro models the oil from your skin can temporarily change the color of the outside band. Its wording: “For iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max, the oil from your skin might temporarily alter the color of the outside band.” (Apple Support, Cleaning your iPhone.) Residue from lotions, cosmetics or other substances can also make a frame look different. Both are removable. Real coating wear is not.
Step 1: Document the phone before you touch it
- Note the iPhone model, purchase date, and when you first noticed the change.
- Write down any recent exposure to cleaners, lotions, cosmetics or other substances.
- Photograph the affected area in consistent lighting. Do this before cleaning, so you have a record if the mark turns out to be permanent.
Step 2: Clean it the way Apple describes
- Disconnect any cables and power the phone down if you prefer.
- Use a soft, lint-free cloth and wipe gently. A plain microfiber cloth fits this description. It only lifts oil and residue and will not repair anything.
- For disinfecting, follow the current instructions on Apple’s cleaning page rather than advice written for other electronics.
- Compare the result with your earlier photos.
Apple’s warning is direct: “Cleaning products and abrasive materials will diminish the coating and may scratch your iPhone.” It also advises against window cleaners, household cleaners, compressed air, aerosol sprays, solvents, ammonia, abrasives, and cleaners containing hydrogen peroxide, except when following its instructions for disinfecting an iPhone.
What not to do
- Don’t scrape, polish or sand the frame.
- Don’t apply paint or any chemical treatment to make it look new.
- Don’t move on to progressively harsher cleaners if a gentle wipe fails. Apple’s guidance doesn’t support any of these as safe restoration, and several can wear the coating further.
Step 3: If the look doesn’t change, get it inspected
If gentle wiping doesn’t remove the appearance, take the phone to Apple or an Apple Authorized Service Provider through Apple’s repair and service pathway. Bring your photos and describe how the phone has been used and cleaned. Ask the provider to explain the inspection finding, and whether the issue is treated as a defect or as cosmetic damage under the terms that apply to you.
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Will warranty or AppleCare cover it?
It depends, and nothing can be promised in advance. Apple’s US iOS limited warranty covers Apple-branded hardware against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use, in line with published guidelines, for one year from original retail purchase. The warranty document and consumer protections differ by sales region, and consumer-law rights may apply separately.
Plan terms matter too. For example, Apple’s AppleCare+ terms for the United Arab Emirates exclude certain cosmetic damage that doesn’t affect functionality, subject to the plan’s conditions and exceptions. Don’t assume that clause applies to your country or plan. Check your own agreement. Whether a particular finish change counts as a defect, external damage or ordinary cosmetic wear is decided at inspection.
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