IPhone repairs by unauthorized technicians can ‘brick’ iPhone

But the reports suggests that this problem is not associated only with the Touch ID sensor, but with any component that could affect the Touch ID sensor. The feature available in iOS 9 is marketed as ideal for users who multi-tasks a lot.

Here’s a sample of what’s up on the Google App: “I’m feeling curious.” .

However, with the new policy, credit will be given for iPhone 5s, 6, and 6 Plus even if they are damaged as long as they are damaged within reason.

More updates and improvements are expected to be done on the pressure sensitive screens throughout the year.

Additionally the discussion forum on Apple’s thread also gives some insight into Error 53. “Putting up an alert that just says “Error 53″ is nearly comically bad”.

When Apple first came up with the finger print sensors company claimed that they did not store any of the finger print information instead the created a cave like structure in the device itself and was separated it from the other hardware to keep the information secure. According to the company, all fingerprint data is protected using a Secure Enclave which is then paired to the Touch ID in a manner that is unique to it. If this sensor is repaired by a certified Apple technician, the pairing will usually be re-validated. Some malicious persons might steal personal data during hardware modifications, but with Apple’s iPhone 6, this is not possible. “For example, an unauthorized or faulty screen replacement could cause the check to fail”.

Apple has finally acknowledged the issue and informs that certain iPhones are being disabled after the new update. “If a customer encounters Error 53, we encourage them to contact Apple Support”.

However, numerous reported issues do not seem to be related to the TouchID at all.

If your iPhone has been turned into a brick by the update, contact Apple Support to see if anything can be done. Meanwhile, third-party fix stores, replace the display for less than half of that.

Understandably, this mysterious security doesn’t sit well with many users who often seek help from non-Apple technicians rather than going to Apple centers to get their iPhones fixed.

What doesn’t cause Error 53? The worst thing is that Apple users had not been publicly informed of this new security feature thereby creating a fury of customer complaints.