Apple continues to develop its approach to transparency and self-service of its devices. It was recently announced that every iPhone user can now check the health of their smartphone components using Apple's new built-in diagnostic tool. This is especially useful when buying a used device, before contacting a service center, or simply for personal peace of mind. In this article
In this article, we'll explain how the new verification system works, what exactly you can find out about your iPhone, and why this is a step in the right direction for both users and the market as a whole.
🧰 What is this new tool from Apple?
Apple has introduced an updated self-service system called Diagnostics Mode, which allows the user to run a full device health check directly on the iPhone - without the need to use third-party services or applications.
The tool is part of Apple's commitment to supporting self-service repairs and making technical diagnostics easier for everyone.
✅ What can be checked through the diagnostic service?
The new tool allows you to check the operation of key components of your smartphone:
🔋 Battery status
The number of charge cycles, current capacity, performance and presence of errors in the battery are checked.
📱 Display
The system can detect whether the display is original, replaced or non-original. It also checks the operation of the sensor and True Tone.
📷 Cameras
Diagnostics of the main and front cameras: determination of originality, operation of stabilization, autofocus and sensors.
🔊 Microphones and speakers
Testing sound, recording, speech recognition and noise reduction.
🎧 Ports and connectors
The Lightning connector, microphone and charging circuits are tested.
📶 Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, modem
Checking for errors in the operation of wireless modules.
🧠 Face ID / Touch ID
It determines whether the biometric authentication functions are working and whether the sensor or circuit is damaged.
🖲️ Sensors
Built-in gyroscopes, accelerometers, compass, proximity and light sensors.
💡 Flash, vibration, buttons
Diagnostics of Taptic Engine, LEDs, volume and power buttons.
🛠 How to enable diagnostic mode on iPhone?
To run diagnostics:
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Connect to Wi-Fi.
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Go to the website diagnostics.apple.com With iPhone you want to test.
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Follow the instructions on the screen - the system will load a special diagnostic mode.
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After rebooting, the device will enter diagnostic mode and begin automatic testing.
Once the process is complete, you will receive a report with details on the status of your device's components.
👀 Why is this useful?
🔍 Check before purchase
Now you can check the device yourself before buying it from someone or on the secondary market. This will help identify replaced or non-original parts.
🧾 Diagnostics without a master
You can know in advance which components need repair and be confident in the honesty of the service center.
⚙️ Monitoring device health
Diagnostics helps to detect hidden problems in time, avoid breakdowns or data loss.
📦 Apple Transparency
Apple is taking a big step towards making users feel in control of their devices, even if they're not pros.
🤔 On which models is diagnostic mode available?
Diagnostics are available on most current iPhone models, starting with the iPhone XR and newer, including:
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iPhone XR / XS / XS Max
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iPhone 11 / 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max
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iPhone SE 2nd and 3rd generation
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iPhone 12 / 12 mini / 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max
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iPhone 13 / 13 mini / 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max
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iPhone 14 / 14 Plus / 14 Pro / 14 Pro Max
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iPhone 15 / 15 Plus / 15 Pro / 15 Pro Max
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iPhone 16 / 16 Pro (with support for deeper metrics)
🔧 Diagnostics is not a repair, but almost
It is important to understand that diagnostics does not replace a full repair, but provides the most accurate information about possible problems. For example:
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Is your battery showing wear? Time to replace it.
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Camera works but shows TrueDepth error? Device may have been tampered with.
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Face ID not working? It could be a software or hardware issue.
You can pass the diagnostic results on to the technician or use them to decide whether to repair the phone at all.
🧑🔧 What if you still need repairs?
If you have found a problem, it is better not to delay. Specialists RUDservice will help:
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Professionally decipher diagnostic results
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They will offer the best repair method
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Only original components are used
📌 Conclusion
Apple is finally giving users more control over their devices. The new diagnostic mode is a simple, clear, and safe way to find out the whole truth about the state of your iPhone. No more guessing whether Face ID works or whether the screen is original - now everything is visible in a couple of clicks.
📲 Want to know what state your iPhone is in right now? Go to diagnostics.apple.com — and start checking!
