iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max owners are dealing with a variety of problems after moving to Apple’s latest iOS 17 software.

iPhone XS users are complaining about connectivity issues, activation problems, Bluetooth issues, battery life issues, Wi-Fi issues, and more.

The list of problems is growing and we expect it to get larger as Apple releases new software and more people decide to buy the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Plus in 2023.

In this guide we’ll take you through the most common problems plaguing the two models. We’ll also provide you with some tips and resources that will come in handy if and when you start noticing issues on your device.

11/14 Update: Apple’s released a new iOS 17.1.1 update and we’ve updated this guide to reflect the release. 

iPhone XS Problems

Some new iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max users are dealing with activation problems. Activation issues are fairly common so if you’re having trouble activating your new phone there’s no need to panic.

If you’re unable to activate your iPhone right now, check Apple’s System Status page. If it’s not green, you’ll want to wait until it’s green and then try again.

If it’s green and it’s still not working, make sure you have a SIM card in your iPhone. If you’re getting a “No Sim” or “Invalid SIM” error, you’ll want to head here for help.

iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max users are also complaining about:

• Face ID issues
• iCloud issues
• Wi-Fi problems
• Sound problems
• Issues with first and third-party applications
• UI lag
• Abnormal battery drain
• Cellular data issues
• Bluetooth issues