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ApplePerson99
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

Disappointed with new iPhone 18 Pro.

I have been pretty disappointed overall with my recent purchase of iPhone 18 Pro. My last phone was a 12 Pro and Siri worked better, it made fewer mistakes with voice to text, and the maps and compass actually pointed in the right direction. Furthermore, all my apps load much more slowly. Does anyone have any suggestions? I have not changed my carrier.

Posted on Oct 24, 2026 2:39 PM

2 replies

Community User

Oct 24, 2026 2:42 PM in response to ApplePerson99

It is frustrating when a brand new phone feels slower than your old 12 Pro. Most of these issues, slow apps, dictation lag, and Siri errors happen because a new iPhone spends its first couple of days organizing your files and background data. Plugging your phone in overnight while connected to Wi-Fi gives it time to finish indexing, which should restore normal speed and accuracy.

For the compass pointing the wrong way, check if your phone case has magnets or a metal stand, as those throw off the sensor. You can also check Settings, tap Privacy & Security, tap Location Services, scroll to System Services, and make sure Compass Calibration is enabled. A simple restart afterward should clear up any remaining glitches.

Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256382320