The iPhone 17 Pro has drawn early criticism despite the hype around Apple's latest lineup. While the iPhone Air impressed in durability tests, Pro model users are complaining about its aluminum frame and camera edge resilience.

The Cupertino tech giant has since responded, clarifying the cause behind these issues.

The 'Scratchgate' Controversy Explained

Scuffed iPhone 17 Pro units were first reported in a launch-day Bloomberg article spotted by 9to5Mac's Chance Miller.

Demo phones at Apple Stores and authorized partner retailers showed visible marks, especially around the MagSafe cutout on the rear. This fueled rumors that Apple's new aluminum frame was scratch-prone.

Apple, nevertheless, elaborated that the spots are not scratches but deposits transferred from worn-out MagSafe s

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