Several iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max owners are reporting hearing a static or hissing noise coming out of their handset’s speakers similar to AM radio static when the iPhone is charging.
In multiple discussions about the issue on Reddit and Apple’s Support Community, affected users say they hear a noticeable static noise “like an old radio.” Some report hearing the noise when playing audio and turning the volume down, while others say the static is audible without any audio playing from the speakers. Some users report a low crackle or a hiss when scrolling through webpages while their iPhone is charging.
Unplugging the iPhone from the charger eliminates the sound for users who are experiencing the static noise when charging. However, others report hearing the noise at low volumes even when the iPhone isn’t charging.
The video seen below demonstrates the sound some users hear while charging their handset.
Affected users report that the noise can be heard with different chargers, including Apple’s chargers. While MagSafe charger users also report the problem, they say the static noise is quieter.
Some affected iPhone 17 Pro users say they have exchanged their devices for new ones, but are experiencing the same issue.
One Reddit user has been in contact with Apple support, and says the issue has been forwarded to Apple engineers, who are working on a fix. The iOS updates that have been released up to now do not appear to solve the problem.
