https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-confirms-at-t-iphone-18-pro-max-problems-you-might-need-a-new-phoneContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-confirms-at-t-iphone-18-pro-max-problems-you-might-need-a-new-phonehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-confirms-at-t-iphone-18-pro-max-problems-you-might-need-a-new-phone#u102451Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:41:54 +0000Apple has confirmed a network bug impacting AT&T users on the iPhone 18 Pro Max, which leaves affected devices stuck in SOS mode and unable to make calls. According to reports from AppleInsider, Bloomberg, and CNET, impacted devices require hardware replacement rather than a simple software fix. Apple stated it will replace the faulty units for free. AT&T has similarly acknowledged the issue and advised users to update immediately, though reports indicate that physical device swaps are necessary to resolve the cellular glitch.Why it mattersHardware failures requiring complete device re