Apple admits to the defect that caused scratches on the iPhone 17.
Apple has confirmed that worn MagSafe charging pads at some stores are causing scratches on display iPhone 17 Pro models. According to Apple, these aren't real scratches but rather "material transfer" from the old display unit to the back of the phone, and can be cleaned off. However, some users report that they tried wiping but "nothing changed," insisting that the scratches are real.
The issue quickly spread after Bloomberg reported that dark blue iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max models were scratched just hours after being displayed in stores in New York, Hong Kong, Shanghai, and London. Even the black iPhone Air model suffered the same fate.
A customer is trying out the iPhone 17 Pro at an Apple store on September 19, 2025, in Shanghai, China. (Source: VCG)
Popular YouTuber Zack Nelson from the JerryRigEverything channel pointed out that the raised bezel around the camera module of the iPhone 17 Pro is very susceptible to permanent scratches. This is because Apple did not round or bevel the edges of this area. Apple responded that this design is similar to other products using anodized aluminum casings and has undergone durability testing, but still acknowledged that "slight wear and tear" may occur over time.
The iPhone 17 Pro uses a 7000-series aircraft-grade aluminum alloy instead of the titanium frame found in the iPhone 16 Pro. While Apple claims the anodized finish meets high hardness standards, many remain concerned about scratch resistance. However, Corning's new Ceramic Shield 2 glass on the front has significantly improved scratch resistance compared to previous generations.
Qualcomm's latest mobile platform – Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Qualcomm has just announced the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 – a mobile platform that the company claims is the “ world’s fastest system-on-chip”. This is the option for phone manufacturers who don’t develop their own chips, and the first devices using this chip will launch in the next few days.
The new chip uses a third-generation Oryon CPU, boosting performance by 20% and improving CPU power efficiency by 35%. Overall, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 consumes 16% less power, allowing for sustained high performance.
Qualcomm possesses some of the world's most powerful chips. (Source: Qualcomm)
This platform integrates a new AI Engine with an upgraded Hexagon NPU, which is 37% faster than the previous generation. Qualcomm says on-device AI will help create “personalized AI agents” that can see, hear, and think alongside users in real time.
The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is the first platform to support video recording using the Advanced Professional Video (APV) codec, enabling content creators to shoot high-quality videos directly on their phones.
Many major brands have committed to integrating this chip into their upcoming flagship models, including: Samsung, OnePlus, OPPO, Honor, iQOO, Nubia, POCO, realme, REDMI, RedMagic, ROG, Sony, vivo, Xiaomi, and ZTE.
HarmonyOS 5 operating system reaches 17 million devices.
Huawei announced that its self-developed HarmonyOS 5 operating system has surpassed 17 million active devices. This is a sign of the platform's strong growth despite restrictions imposed by the US government .
Along with this milestone, Huawei is committed to investing 1 billion yuan (approximately $140.6 million) to promote innovation in the HarmonyOS AI ecosystem and support developers in creating new AI applications.
Visitors view Huawei products. (Source: Chinadaily)
HarmonyOS 5 is fully integrated into Huawei's entire product line, including smartphones, tablets, foldable laptops, smartwatches, and smart displays. These devices deliver a seamless AI experience, transcending traditional technical limitations.
This operating system is not only present in consumer devices but is also expanding to smart cars, smart homes, and industrial applications. Huawei says the growth rate currently reaches millions of new devices per month.
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