iPhone 14 Camera freezes/blurry after last update

iOS Camera app is normal for a few seconds, then freezes, blurs and loops

I have an iPhone 14 running the latest version of iOS (18.3.1). I believe this is a software issue that presented itself a few days ago when I updated the operating system.


Symptoms/Problem: When opening the default iOS camera app and only when using the rear camera, the viewfinder shows up as normal for several seconds, then the picture freezes, goes blurry, and resets to normal again for several seconds. This process loops indefinitely regardless of the photo mode used (picture, portrait, cinematic, video, etc.). At no point during this process is the phone able to take or save a video or photo with the rear camera. When using a third-party app with rear camera functionality such as Instagram or Snapchat, the camera functions normally. I have lots of available storage space (50.89 GB) remaining on both my iPhone and iCloud accounts. Please help me fix this problem.

iPhone 14, iOS 18

Posted on Feb 22, 2025 02:16 PM

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Feb 23, 2025 12:43 AM in response to Doglover2025

Doglover2025 wrote:

I have an iPhone 14 running the latest version of iOS (18.3.1). I believe this is a software issue that presented itself a few days ago when I updated the operating system.

It's not always the iOS update's fault!  Many things can cause phone problems.  If you tell people you think it's an iOS update, it might make it harder to fix or find a solution for the real issue.



Remember, the right question often leads to the solution!



Was/Is your device Jailbroken? If that's the situation, please be informed that attributing the issues to iOS updates may not be accurate.



iOS updates aim to enhance user experience, boost security, and fix bugs rather than disrupt core features. The majority of the issues after updates might stem from underlying, unmentioned factors. Updates won't typically alter personal data but may refine settings or features. Backup before major updates for safety. Review Apple's update details and backup advice for a smooth process.


Kindly consider checking your settings and addressing any device issues before attributing the issue to external factors. This could be a pure coincidence that the iOS update affected the iPhone functions.


Before initiating a standard iOS update, it's advisable to create a backup. Have you completed this step? If yes, proceed with the restoration from the backup.



See what each update does: About iOS 18 Updates, About iOS 17 Updates, About iOS 16 Updates, About iOS 15 Updates, About iOS 14 Updates, About iOS 13 Updates, About iOS 12 Updates, and so on...



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