Iphone 17 Pro Has Toggle to Disable Screen Flickering (pwm)
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The iPhone 17 Pro is rumored to have a toggle to disable screen flickering, sparking skepticism and criticism from commenters.
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wow a meaningless toggle to disable the flickering screen.
why would you buy a surveillance device that has a flickering screen? Only to end up with severe eye strain.