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The impact of iPhone component verification on iOS 18 lock screen issues and the solutions!
2025-10-23 02:06:18 ET
Recently, Apple introduced the "iPhone Component Verification" lock feature in the iOS 18 candidate release (RC), linking components such as the battery and screen to the user's Apple ID. This has surprised many developers and tech enthusiasts. Apple aims to restrict the reuse of these components across different devices to prevent theft.
Although this security measure helps prevent iPhone theft, it poses significant challenges for third-party repairs and recyclability, such as situations where iOS 18 locks up or "display has been locked with the owner". So, how can we solve these problems without compromising security? Let's explore some potentially practical solutions in this article.
Part 1: What are the iOS 18 Jailbreak Component Verification Procedures
Earlier this year, Apple released a document detailing the iPhone component verification locking feature. That is, when the component locking mechanism is enabled in iOS 18, if an iOS device is replaced with an original component from another device, the device will display "The display has been locked with the owner" and will be unable to successfully enter and use the device.
According to Apple, this feature has been extended to components such as batteries, screens and cameras, with the aim of preventing stolen iPhones from being disassembled and used for recycling of components. In the past, the iOS lock function was limited to the entire device, which made stolen iPhones unable to be re-enabled without proper authentication.
Part Two: Impact and Evaluation of iOS 18 iPhone Component Verification Locking Mechanism
The iPhone component verification lock feature introduced in iOS 18 has had a significant impact on users, third-party repair shops, and the second-hand market. While it helps prevent stolen iPhones from being disassembled into components, it poses some challenges for legitimate repairs.
For users, this iOS 18 locking feature restricts their ability to replace or repair battery, screen and other components through third-party services, as these components are bound to the original Apple ID. Even if these components are genuine, they cannot be reused on other devices.
For third-party repair shops, they can no longer offer cost-effective services using alternative components, forcing users to rely on more expensive authorized Apple repairs. This iOS 18 locking also makes the resale and recycling of iPhones more complicated, reducing the potential for the reuse of locked parts and affecting the value of the second-hand market.
Moreover, this feature also makes the resale or recycling of iPhones more complicated. Second-hand or refurbished iPhones usually require component repairs before being sold. However, if the key components are locked to a specific device, it will reduce their potential for reuse, leading to more waste and lowering the value of the second-hand market.
Although this is very effective in preventing theft, its locking function limits the flexibility and maintainability of the device, presenting new challenges for users and related businesses.
Some Reddit users also have a negative attitude towards this new feature.
The best solution: Downgrade to iOS 17 to avoid iPhone component verification and enable lock screen.
One of the effective ways to avoid the lock-in mechanism of iOS 18 components is to downgrade from iOS 18 to iOS 17. Since iOS 17 does not include the lock-in feature for components, reverting to this version enables users to regain the ability to repair and replace the components without being restricted by Apple's new security measures.
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