iPhone 15 Problems: 5 Things Users Need to Know

iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max users are running into issues. Some of these problems are actual bugs and others are a matter of people getting used to iOS 17 and their new iPhones.

iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max users are complaining about Bluetooth problems, broken Wi-Fi, and other performance issues.

Below are the most common iPhone 15 problems, potential fixes for some of these problems, places to find feedback about the iPhone 15’s performance, and a look at what’s in the iOS 17 pipeline for these phones.

Complaints about iPhone 15 problems will continue to grow. Some of the initial problems will get resolved by Apple via iOS software updates, but we’ll continue to see issues pop up as people put more mileage on their phones.

iPhone 15 Problems

If you’re having issues activating a new iPhone 15 or iPhone 15 Pro, check Apple’s System Status page. If you don’t see a green symbol next to iOS Device Activation, you’ll want to wait until it’s green and then try activating your phone again.

On top of these issues, we’re also hearing about the following iPhone 15 problems:

• Problems with first and third-party apps
• Excessive battery drain
• Face ID problems
• Exchange problems
• Wi-Fi problems
• iCloud issues
• Bluetooth issues
• Sound problems
• Cellular data issues
• CarPlay problems
• Login issues
• Sound issues
• Wireless charging issues

Some iPhone 15 users have noticed crackling issues with the built-in speakers. Distorted sound and crackling seems to occur when the volume is pushed too high.

As of right now the problem doesn’t seem to be widespread and Apple itself hasn’t acknowledged the issue so it’s unclear if there is a fix in the works.

If you run into this problem, you may want to make an appointment at your local Apple Store. Your iPhone 15 is currently under warranty and Apple may replace it at no charge if a problem is discovered.

iPhone 15 Performance

If you’re thinking about buying an iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, or iPhone 15 Pro Max, or if you already own one, you’ll want to monitor feedback from other people using the same device. This feedback will alert you to potential issues with the hardware and software.

We recommend keeping an eye on YouTube, Apple’s discussion forums, social media sites like Twitter, and sites like the MacRumors forums for ongoing feedback about Apple’s flagship phones.

We’ve released list of the best reasons to, and not to, install the latest version of iOS 17 and it’s worth a look if you’re on the fence about downloading Apple’s latest iOS 17 software.

Apple’s pushed a new iOS 17.4.1 update to the iPhone 15 series. For more about iOS 17.4.1’s performance, check out our guide.

How to Fix iPhone 15 Problems

If you run into a problem on your new there’s a very good chance you’ll be able to fix the problem yourself. That being said, in some cases you may need to contact Apple support, contact your carrier, or take your phone into an Apple Store.

If you’ve run into trouble, take a look at our list of fixes for the most common iPhone 15 problems. Our guide runs down fixes for the most common iPhone issues like broken Bluetooth and busted Wi-Fi.

We’ve also released some tips to help improve your phone’s performance and a guide that could help you improve battery life if you think it’s draining too quickly.

If you can’t find a fix in our guides, you’ll want to check Apple’s discussion forums and see if someone has a solution for whatever’s plaguing your device.

If you can’t find anything on Apple’s forums, you should contact Apple. You can do so via the company’s website.

If you’d rather get answers in person, take your new phone into your local Apple Store and see if they can diagnose your problem. If you’ve got an Apple Store in your area, schedule a Genius Bar appointment.

Your iPhone 15 is currently under warranty so they might offer you a replacement if the problem is serious enough.

iOS Downgrade

If you’re dealing with software problems on your iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, or iPhone 15 Pro Max, you can try downgrading your devices to the previous version of iOS 17 if the option is available.

If you’re unfamiliar with the iOS downgrade process our iOS downgrade guide will walk you through everything you need to know before you make the move.

Next iPhone 15 Update

If your device is struggling on iOS 17.4.1, or another version of iOS 17, help is on the way.

Apple’s confirmed a new iOS 17.5 update and the software is currently in beta testing. We expect the software to roll out to iPhone 15 users in May.

If your problems are really bad, you might try downloading the iOS 17.5 beta to see if it helps.

Install iOS 17.4.1 for Better Security

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If security is important to you, think about installing Apple's iOS 17.4.1 update right away. The iOS 17.4.1 update includes two security patches. These patches will help keep your device and its data protected from harm. And that makes iOS 17.4.1 an important upgrade. If you missed iOS 17.4 and older software, you'll get the security patches from updates you missed when you upgrade to iOS 17.4.1. iOS 17.4 had four security patches on board.  The update also delivered quantum security protection for iMessage. The company says the upgrade gives iMessage "the strongest security properties of any at-scale messaging protocol in the world."  The iOS 17.3 update brought 15 new security patches to iPhone. The software also added Stolen Device Protection to iPhone. It increases the security of your iPhone and Apple ID by requiring Face ID or Touch ID to gain access to passwords, make purchases in Safari, and more. This is useful if someone gets access to your iPhone and its passcode.  iOS 17.2 delivered 10 new security patches to iPhone. If you wish to find out more, you can head on over to Apple's security site for the details. iOS 17.2 also included iMessage Contact Key Verification which improves the security of iMessage. The company also fixed an exploit that let the Flipper Zero multi-tool lock up iPhones. iOS 17.1.2 had two security patches on board. Both were related to WebKit. If you want to learn more, you can do so right here. iOS 17.1 brought 18 security fixes to iPhone. It addressed issues within Weather, Status Bar, WebKit, and more.  iOS 17.0.3 brought two patches for two security issues Apple identified within the software. If you want to read about the patches, head here. iOS 17.0.1 delivered three important patches to iPhone. If you're interested in the exact nature of these improvements, you can read about them over on Apple's security website. As for iOS 17 itself, it brought 40+ new security patches with it. A staggering number to say the least. If you want to learn more about them, head over to Apple.  In addition to those patches, iOS 17 brings some additional enhancements to privacy and security including improvements to Communication Safety beyond Messages. It now includes content sent by AirDrop, Contact Posters in the Phone app, FaceTime, and the systemwide photo picker. You now have an option to blur out sensitive photos and videos before you choose to view them. There's also an expanded Lockdown Mode which will help protect you against cyber attacks. Apple's also improved sharing permissions and you now have more control over what you share with the apps on your device.  The company also notes that starting in iOS 17, Voice Memos encrypts the titles of recordings stored in iCloud, in addition to the recordings themselves. If you skipped older versions of iOS, you'll get the security patches from those updates with your iOS 17.4.1 update as well.

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