If you have upgraded from iPhone 12, you are probably already aware of the yellow screen of death problem. Many iPhone 12 units ran into the same problem right after its launch. You wouldn’t be expecting the same with newer iPhone models. However, they are still a piece of tech that can run into many problems.
Unfortunately, many iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max owners report yellow tints or horizontal lines. The yellow screen of death is nothing new to iPhones. However, it’s probably the worst thing to happen on an iPhone. The device will be powered on, but you can’t use your favorite apps or call someone. Fortunately, in many cases, you don’t have to rush to an Apple service center. There are troubleshooting methods to fix the iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro yellow screen of death issue. We have covered them in this article.
The screen may turn yellow on the iPhone due to incorrect display settings (True Tone, Night Shift, Color Filters). A damaged screen or a software bug could also be held responsible. As long as the problem is caused by software, the solutions mentioned below should take care of it. However, in case of defective screen or other hardware failure, you will need to take it to an Apple service center.
We have curated the solutions below. Check them out and apply them on your iPhone to recover the screen.
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How to Fix iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max Yellow Screen of Death
Go through the effective solutions below and apply them in chronological order until you find the one that spells out success for you. Happy troubleshooting!
I am assuming that you have tried restarting the device multiple times. If you haven’t, do it now. Minor software glitches could be causing the issue, which should get resolved after restarting the device. If the problem persists, try these solutions.
Solution 1: Adjust Color Tint
Adjusting color tint can help you reduce eye strain by changing from standard white light to yellow tint. It’s more useful for people suffering from color blindness or other vision challenges.
Your iPhone 13 screen may be yellowish because of the color tint. Try adjusting the color tint and see if it can fix the issue.
Here are the steps you need to follow:
- Go to the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Scroll down to Accessibility and tap on it.
- Tap on Display & Text Size.
- Select the Color Filters option. Turn it on if it’s turned off.
- Click Color Tint and adjust the INTENSITY and HUE.
By adjusting intensity and hue, you can fix the yellow screen of death issue on your iPhone 13 Pro or 13 Pro Max.
However, if the problem persists, try disabling True Tone as suggested in the next solution.
Solution 2: Turn off the Night Shift
If you habitually scroll through your Instagram feed at night, you may have turned on Night Shift. It applies a warmer color tone to reduce the blue light which could harm your eyes. While it sounds cool, it could be causing the yellow screen issue on your iPhone.
To check if Night Shift is causing the yellow screen of death problem, disable it. Here are the steps:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Tap on Display & Brightness.
- Disable the Night Shift option (if it’s turned on).
Solution 3: Disable True Tone
In addition to great software, iPhones come with great hardware too. While the iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max have a super high-quality display, enabling True Tone makes it look more natural and comfortable. By default, this feature is enabled that automatically adjusts the display’s color temperature to match the ambient light around you.
While the True Tone makes the display look great, it can sometimes cause display issues, such as a yellow screen of death. Temporarily disable this feature on your iPhone to check if it’s causing the yellow screen issue.
Here’s how to do it:
- On your iPhone, open the Settings app.
- Navigate to Display & Brightness.
- Turn off the True Tone option by toggling the slider to gray.
Solution 4: Adjust the Brightness Settings
If your iPhone 13 Pro or 13 Pro Max has Auto-Brightness turned on, it will automatically adjust the brightness based on your surroundings. Sometimes, it may cause display color issues and eventually lead to a yellow screen of death.
Try turning off the Auto Brightness on your iPhone to check if it can sort out the yellow screen problem.
- Launch the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Scroll down to Accessibility and tap on it.
- Tap on Display & Text Size.
- Toggle off the Auto-Brightness option.
To adjust the display brightness manually, swipe down to open the Control Center, find the brightness bar, and drag it up/down to increase/decrease the brightness.
If disabling Auto-Brightness does not fix the yellow screen of death on your iPhone, better turning it on as adjusting brightness manually can be a headache.
Solution 5: Force Restart Your iPhone
Force restart your iPhone to fix any bugs or glitches that could be causing the yellow screen. It’s much more effective than a normal restart.
Here’s how to force restart your iPhone 13 Pro or 13 Pro Max:
- Press and quickly release the volume up button.
- Press and quickly release the volume down button.
- Press and hold the side button until you see the Apple logo.
Force restarting your iPhone does not erase any of your data. So, you can test this solution without worrying about your data.
Solution 6: Update Your iPhone
If you have tried the above solutions but to no avail, try updating your iPhone software. A software bug might have caused the yellow screen of death issue. Since many people have reported the same issue on the Apple forum, engineers may be already working on it. Or, they may have already released a fix in the form of a software update.
You should therefore update your iPhone 13 Pro or 13 Pro Max to check if the latest software can fix the yellow screen issue.
Here’s how to update your iPhone:
- Connect your iPhone to the internet.
- Go to the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Tap on General.
- Click on Software Update.
If an update is available, tap Install Now to download and install.
Final Thoughts
The yellow screen of death is a concerning issue for the iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max owners. Watching content on a yellow screen is not the experience you would have expected from an iPhone, and it’s frustrating too. However, before rushing to the service center, try the potential fixes mentioned in this article.
If software errors or incorrect display settings cause the yellow screen of death on your iPhone, the solutions can be very effective. However, despite applying the solutions, if the problem persists, most likely the screen is damaged and needs to be replaced by a certified technician. Take your iPhone to an Apple service center and get the screen replaced.