iPhone 17 Pro Max's color faded by wet towel, causing a stir in the community

The iPhone 17 Pro Max oxidized, changing from space orange to pink is nothing compared to the 'discoloration' just because of a wet towel.

According to Wccftech , an iPhone 17 Pro Max owner recently discovered that the color coating on his product can also be wiped off with just a wet towel, a situation that no one expected. Specifically, account X named @Rui35052730 shared an image of an iPhone 17 Pro Max with the space orange coating completely blown away after being wiped with a wet towel.

New problem on iPhone 17 Pro Max receives much attention from X users

Apart from @Rui35052730's case, there have been no similar cases reported on Reddit, so this can be considered an isolated incident. However, this information is spreading quickly. In the original post, xAI's AI assistant Grok confirmed that the space orange coating can peel off when exposed to a wet towel containing peroxide or alcohol.

While waiting for Apple to verify the cause, experts recommend that users should switch to using microfiber towels when cleaning Apple's latest high-end iPhone model. Previously, Apple advised users not to use strong detergents to clean the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max, as these chemicals can destroy the paint.

iPhone 17 Pro Max orange turns light pink. Photo: DakAttack316

The company's switch from a titanium frame to an aluminum frame also makes the device more susceptible to dents if dropped from a significant height. According to some drop tests, the iPhone 17 Pro Max is more resistant to impact than the Galaxy S25 Ultra, but the corners are more susceptible to strong impacts. Many other reports also show that the camera cluster on the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max is prone to scratches, making it one of the notable weak points for users.

It is not yet clear whether Apple will provide replacement support for users who experience the iPhone 17 Pro Max fading when wiping with wet wipes. However, the incident is also a reminder to limit the use of wet wipes containing chemicals to clean the device.

Apple explains why the iPhone 17 Pro Max is easily scratched.

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