Apple will fix your iPhone 14 Plus’ Rear Camera issue for free.
Michael Burkhardt from 9to5Mac:
Apple today has launched a new service program for iPhone 14 Plus models, where a ‘very small percentage’ of devices may show no rear camera preview. This is the first iPhone service program in a couple years, with the last one being in 2021 where some iPhone 12 models experienced an earpiece speaker problem.
This new service program is for iPhone 14 Plus models sold between April 10th, 2023 and April 28th, 2024 – potentially affecting around a year of iPhone 14 Plus models. iPhone 14 Plus launched in September 2022, so the issue didn’t pop up until later on.
You can check whether or not your iPhone 14 Plus is impacted by inputting your serial number on Apple’s website. If you’re impacted, Apple will fix the issue free of charge, presuming your iPhone has no other forms of damage.
Apple states that this program covers eligible iPhone 14 Plus models for 3 years after the original date of purchase. Additionally, if you paid to have your iPhone 14 Plus serviced for this issue, you can request a refund.
It’s funny how Apple always mentions a “very small percentage” of devices are having this issue.
It’s also funny that Apple releases these website updates on Fridays, right at the end of the weekly news cycle.
Either way it’s good to be informed when Apple has a new recall because consumers can take advantage of this to get free repairs.
It can also be a way to get a new lease on life from your products.
I remember when the 1st generation AirPods Pro had the “crackling sound” recall, and I was able to get each AirPod exchanged. The first one died 6 months after buying them, and the second AirPod died 6 months after that.
They will be 5 years old in January, and one of the reasons I believe they have lasted this long is because I got them both replaced.
iPhone 14 Plus owners that have this problem could be in for a treat as well. Not sure how the repair process will work, but if they just give you a device replacement, you will end up with essentially a brand new iPhone with a fresh screen and battery, and save yourself from having to buy a new device.
Check out the details here, along with their service programs.