Η Apple announced today that it has discovered that a "small percentage" of iPhone 8 models contain logic boards with a manufacturing defect. If your unit has this defect, Apple says it will repair your device for free. To determine if your model fits, click the source code at the bottom of this article and click on the serial number of your handset where indicated. To find the serial number on iPhone 8, go to Settings> General> About.
According to Apple, the faulty units are suitable for accidental restarts, freezing or not starting. If your phone is one of the defective models, you can have it repaired by an authorized Apple service provider, go to the Apple Store Genius Bar, or call Apple Support (for this option, click here). link ) your iPhone 8 was posted to Apple.
Affected units were sold in the US, Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Macau and New Zealand between September 2017 and March 2018. Note that Apple iPhone 8 Plus models are not part of this plan repairs.
If you're going to get your device at an authorized service center or Genius Bar in the Apple Store, you will need to back up your phone to iTunes or iCloud. Bring the sales receipt (if available) with your Apple ID and ID.
If you're sending iPhone 8 to iPhone, disconnect your device from any components, back up for iOS, and turn off iMessages by going to Settings> Messaging. Apple recommends deleting your headset by going to Settings> General> Reset> Delete All Content and Settings. Disable the Activation Lock and remove the SIM card.
