Camera screen flashing
Anyone having any issues with the camera flickering? Can’t take any pictures front facing or rear. Doesn’t happen every time but has been happening more often than not.
iPhone 13, iOS 16
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Hi Sam5916,
Thanks for posting here in Apple Support Communities. Are you noticing this happen in all apps that use the camera? We'd like for you to try the steps listed in this article as it may help to resolve the issue you're facing. See: If the camera or flash on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch isn't working
Remove case, accessory, or film and test
1. Remove any case, accessory, or film that might block the camera or flash or that places a magnet near the camera.
2. Test the camera by trying to take a photo.
3. Test the LED flash:
1. Try the flashlight in Control Center on your iPhone or Control Center on your iPad. On an iPhone X or later or an iPad, swipe down from the upper-right corner of the screen. On an iPhone 8 or earlier, swipe up from the bottom edge of any screen.
2. Tap the Flashlight button
If the flash works only sometimes, open the Camera app and tap the flash button to choose a different setting.
Contact Apple Support
If the camera or flash still isn't working properly, contact Apple Support to discuss service options.
If you want to try more steps on your own
If you prefer, here are some more steps you can try on your own if the camera isn't working. You might still need to contact Apple Support after following these steps.
1. If the photo is blurry, clean the front and back camera lenses with a microfiber cloth. If you see dirt or debris inside the lens or if the camera lens appears to be misaligned or blocked, contact Apple Support to discuss service options.
2. Restart your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
3. Test the camera again by taking a photo. If your device has a front and rear camera, check if one or both isn’t working. To switch cameras, tap the rotate button
Kind regards.