So, the iPhone 17 Pro's "Cosmic Orange" is making waves, and not just because it looks cool. Word on the street (or, well, on Reddit) is that some users are seeing their vibrant orange iPhones morph into a rose gold shade. Now, this isn't a widespread issue, but enough people have reported it that it's worth a closer look.

One Reddit user, DakAttack316, was the first to point out that their Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro Max was slowly turning rose gold-like. When I first saw it, I thought it could be just a picture with a filter. But, it seems there are now more people sharing the same issue.

The big question, of course, is why? The popular theory right now is that it's down to harsh cleaning products. Some folks might be using strong solvents, like peroxide-based cleaners, to wipe down their phones. The issue is that these solvents can damage the oxide layer, thus causing discoloration.

However, there's another potential culprit, and it's something we're all exposed to daily: the sun. Prolonged exposure to UV rays can also mess with the anodized aluminum oxide layer that protects your phone, leading to a color change. It's like when your favorite t-shirt fades after too many days at the beach.

If you're rocking a Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro and notice it's starting to blush, the best thing to do is contact Apple support. There are reports of Apple replacing affected phones, but, be aware that they are replacing it with the same Cosmic Orange color.

While we wait to hear back from Apple, I strongly suggest avoiding strong cleaning products. A damp microfiber cloth should be more than enough to keep your device looking great. After all, a clean phone is great, but a phone that keeps its color is even better! In the meantime, I'll keep my eye on this and update you if I hear anything new.