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Some iPhone 18 Pro Users Experiencing Face ID Issues

Some iPhone 18 Pro users experiencing Face ID issues on thousands of devices.

By · Published September 22, 2026  15:31 UTC · Updated September 22, 2026  15:31 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 3.
  • Primary Driver: Some iPhone 18 Pro users experiencing Face ID issues on thousands of devices.
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Five reports from various sources, including PhoneArena and Macworld, indicate that some iPhone 18 Pro models are experiencing Face ID malfunctions. The issue causes system crashes and reboots.

PhoneArena and Macworld report that iPhone 18 Pro owners are experiencing sudden reboots and 'panic-full' logs due to the Face ID bug. 9to5Mac also notes that the system crashes and reboots for some users. MacRumors simply states that some iPhone 18 Pro users are experiencing Face ID issues.

The situation stands with multiple reports of the issue, but no official statement from Apple has been made regarding the Face ID bug. It is unclear how widespread the problem is or how Apple plans to address it.

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The obvious questions

What iPhone models are affected?

The coverage does not yet specify which iPhone 18 Pro models are affected.

Is Apple aware of the issue?

It is unclear whether Apple is aware of the issue.

What can users do about the issue?

The coverage does not yet specify any recommended actions for users.

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