Unable to use Face ID on my iPhone

first it said there is something wrong with the true depth camera but now the options are just gray and i can’t click anything


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iPhone 11 Pro

Posted on Jan 14, 2025 07:18 AM

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Jan 14, 2025 09:07 AM in response to maria-alaoui

Follow these steps, testing after each step:



If that didn’t work, then it could be a hardware issue.


According to Apple:

Using diagnostics available in iOS 14.6 or later, Apple has detected an issue with your TrueDepth camera that might cause it to not function as expected. The TrueDepth camera contains lasers, which might be disabled for safety reasons if the device malfunctions or is damaged. This won't prevent you from using your iPhone or iPad, but until your iPhone or iPad is updated or serviced, you might not be able to use Face ID, Animoji, Memoji, and some other features that use the front camera.


As a result, I recommend service.


Service Checklist:



Click ▶︎ Start a Repair Request.



Need more help?



Click ▶︎ Check Repair Status. 🔧



Good luck! 👋🏼😉

Jan 14, 2025 07:19 AM in response to maria-alaoui

There may be something wrong with your TrueDepth camera. Please view the following articles. ⇢ 


If Face ID isn't working on your iPhone or iPad Pro - Apple Support


If an alert says Face ID has an issue on your iPhone or iPad Pro - Apple Support


If the above doesn’t help, please make a reservation at your nearest Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider for diagnostics. ⇢ 


Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple 

Jan 14, 2025 02:19 PM in response to Slimeboss38

Slimeboss38 wrote:

I would like to ask so I can trade in about my phone to get a bigger one and oh Much my phone is going to cost I have a iPhone X And also my Face ID stopped working. I don’t know what’s the problem ? So I’m asking you guys if you could assist me so I could get a bigger one and also how much does it cost?

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