Prepare your iPhone 18 Pro Max to ship
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- iPhone 18 Pro Max has a battery over 20 Wh, requiring additional shipping requirements, addressed by a firmware limit keeping capacity below 20 Wh until activation.
- The 'Prepare to Ship' feature discharges the battery below 20 Wh and sets a charge limit for shipping; it can be reversed after shipping.
- For repair, trade-in, or return, the charge limit is capped at 80% for 14 days; follow steps in Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Prepare to Ship.
- For sending to another individual, select 'Other' and follow similar steps; the device may heat up during discharge.
- If needed, the process can be undone in Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > 'Ready to Ship' > Undo Shipping Preparation.