I got an iphone 15 in october from malaysia. when I came back to bangladesh , I couldn help but notice that my phone is significantly smaller in width compared to other iphone 15. I measured it and it's less than 71.6mm . what do I do ?
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Original Title: Size issue
iPhone 15, iOS 18
Are you measuring the distance from the side button to the volume buttons or only the case? Apple official specifications measure the widest dimensions, not just main body. The 1.6mm discrepancy is equivalent of 1/16 of an inch. The human eye can perceive that small a difference in a photo like you posted.
Are you measuring the distance from the side button to the volume buttons or only the case? Apple official specifications measure the widest dimensions, not just main body. The 1.6mm discrepancy is equivalent of 1/16 of an inch. The human eye can perceive that small a difference in a photo like you posted.
sounds like it could be a fake. Or not a 15
Run the serial number from Settings, General, About in
https://checkcoverage.apple.com
Since the serial number, IMEI, and warranty all check out, it’s very unlikely that your iPhone is fake, so that’s good news.
The slight size difference you’re noticing might come down to a few things:
Measurement variance: Sometimes tiny differences (like 0.1–0.3mm) can happen due to how you’re measuring or even the type of case/screen protector.
Model mix-up: Double-check the exact model name in Settings - General - About. For example, iPhone 15 vs. iPhone 15 Pro, or a regional version (some countries get slightly different builds or specs).
Manufacturing tolerance: Apple devices are produced within a very tight tolerance, but a small variation can still appear if you compare two devices side-by-side.
If the phone’s performance, camera, and features are all normal and Apple’s website confirms your warranty, then you’re good. But if the physical difference seems major or something feels off, you can always have it inspected for peace of mind at an Apple Authorised Service Provider or Apple Store — they can confirm right away if it’s a genuine Apple chassis or a possible assembly issue.
Hope This Helps:)
Your photo is useless for comparing sizes. Apple will not accept that as proof of an issue etc. You need to physically present the device for examination by Apple Support or Apple Authorized Service Provider.
If you’re in the US, please call 1-800-MY-APPLE, or outside the US, consult the support articles below. In Canada, call 1-800-263-3394.
Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support
Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple
Per Apple:
Source:
iPhone 15 - Tech Specs - Apple Support
See this for help identifying if it’s possibly another model:
Identify your iPhone model - Apple Support
Let’s see a photo of the two devices side by side. How much smaller is it?
Place one on top the other or line them up top to bottom. A comparison is needed, and you can’t see any comparison to tell.
How much of a difference are you measuring?
Actually no, in your photo they look identical in size. What instrument are you using to measure them?
I did , everything checks out . I got it from an authorised reseller . Even the imei number to model number is valid. I even have warranty .
I measured the width, it's exactly 70 mm , it's supposed be 71.6mm . I think in the picture you can tell which one is mine
My point is , you can see the phone looks smaller right? I can also notice the difference after using the other phone. What should I do ?
Smaller-than-expected iPhone 15 width in Bangladesh
