The iPhone 16, which has been available for a few weeks, has generated several complaints from users, mostly related to software issues. Despite the release of iOS 18.0.1 to address some of these problems, many users continue to report difficulties with their devices.
The primary concerns include issues with the camera control, overheating, disappearing app icons, Bluetooth connectivity problems, and a slower refresh rate. These bugs have led to frustration among early adopters, despite Apple’s efforts to mitigate them with software updates.
One of the notable problems is with the iPhone 16’s Camera Control feature. Users are divided in their opinions, with some finding it unnecessarily complicated, while others are frustrated that accessing the camera requires a double press rather than a single one.
Additionally, some users report slow animations when attempting to open the camera. In more severe cases, the camera appears black when opened, forcing users to restart their phones to temporarily fix the issue, though the problem tends to recur.
Overheating has been a significant issue for the iPhone 16, particularly with the Pro Max models. Despite Apple’s claims of improved internal design for better cooling, users report excessive heating during simple tasks like watching YouTube videos, texting, or using FaceTime.
Although this may be attributed to the phone still indexing, it has raised concerns about the device’s thermal performance. The overheating problem echoes similar issues seen in the iPhone 15 Pro models, leaving users dissatisfied with the phone’s heat management.
Another common issue involves app icons disappearing from the home screen. Users report that while the app itself is still functional and can be opened by tapping its location, the icons vanish seemingly without cause.
Bluetooth connectivity issues are also widespread, with some iPhone 16 users experiencing trouble connecting to car Bluetooth systems or noticing frequent disconnections with their AirPods. These connectivity issues further add to the inconvenience.
Additionally, users have noticed a slower refresh rate on the iPhone 16, with reports suggesting that Apple has capped most animations at 80Hz to conserve battery, despite promoting a 120Hz refresh rate.
It’s unclear whether this is a deliberate design choice or a bug, but it has been a point of contention for users who expected smoother performance. Looking ahead, Apple is expected to release iOS 18.1 later in the month, which could introduce new features and possibly fix many of these ongoing software issues.
