Earpiece Speaker with Sensor Flex
iPhone XS Max Earpiece Speaker with Sensor Flex Replacement
- Fits
- iPhone XS Max
- Fixes
- Call audio and sensor faults
- Quality
- Brand new, OEM quality
- Fitting
- Professional install
Overview
What this part is
At the top of the iPhone XS Max display sits an earpiece speaker joined to a thin flex cable that carries the proximity and ambient light sensors. If calls are quiet, or the screen stays on and your cheek presses buttons during calls, this assembly is usually at fault.
The flex on this model also connects to parts of the TrueDepth camera system. Face ID parts are paired to each phone, so Face ID may not work after the flex is replaced. Ask your technician about this before fitting if Face ID matters to you.
Compatibility
Specifications and compatibility
- Part
- Earpiece Speaker with Sensor Flex
- Compatible with
- iPhone XS Max
- Model numbers
- A1921 · A2101 · A2102 · A2103 · A2104
- Does not fit
- iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone 11 Pro Max or any other model
- Fixes
- Quiet or dead earpiece audio, and a proximity sensor that does not dim the screen in calls
- Does not fix
- Loudspeaker, microphone, front camera or main board faults
- Quality
- Brand new, OEM-quality earpiece speaker and sensor flex assembly for the iPhone XS Max. Tested before dispatch.
- Brand
- Unbranded, compatible with iPhone XS Max
- In the box
- 1 × earpiece speaker with sensor flex cable. Check the photos for anything else included.
- Colour
- As shown in the photos
- Installation
- Professional installation recommended
- Supplied by
- Supreme Phone Parts Ltd, Manchester, UK
Before you order
Is this the right part?
Signs it needs replacing
- Callers sound quiet, crackly or silent at your ear
- The screen stays on during calls and your cheek taps buttons
- Auto-brightness no longer reacts to the room
- The earpiece and sensor stopped working after a drop or liquid damage
How to check your model
Open Settings › General › About and check the model name reads iPhone XS Max. Tap the model number to see the A-number. It should be one of A1921, A2101, A2102, A2103, A2104.
The iPhone XS Max has a 6.5-inch OLED screen and two rear cameras. The iPhone XS is smaller, with a 5.8-inch screen.
Professional installation
How a technician fits this part
- Power the phone off and remove the pentalobe screws next to the port.
- Warm the screen edges, open the iPhone XS Max and disconnect the battery.
- Disconnect and remove the display, then take off the earpiece bracket.
- Carefully move the new speaker and sensor flex into place, keeping the sensor windows clean.
- Reconnect everything and test call audio and the proximity sensor before sealing.
- Apply new display adhesive and close the phone.
Check that the part matches the device before fitting it or removing any adhesive backing. Once a part has been fitted, it cannot be returned for a change of mind. Faulty parts are always covered.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Will this fit my iPhone XS Max?
Yes, if Settings › General › About shows iPhone XS Max. It fits models A1921, A2101, A2102, A2103, A2104.
Does it fit the iPhone XS?
No. Only buy this for the iPhone XS Max. Check the model name in Settings before ordering.
Will Face ID still work?
It may not. On this model the sensor flex is linked to the Face ID system, which is paired to the phone. A technician can advise whether a transfer is possible.
Is it made by Apple?
No. It is a brand new, OEM-quality earpiece and sensor flex assembly made to fit the iPhone XS Max, and every part is tested before dispatch.
Should I fit it myself?
We recommend professional installation. The flex is thin and easy to tear, and the display must be removed and resealed.
How quickly will it arrive?
Orders placed before 4pm on a working day are dispatched the same day from Manchester by Royal Mail Tracked. Delivery is free on UK orders from £5.
Prepared by the Supreme Phone Parts team, Manchester. Last updated September 2026.