There is a red light on my sensor every 5 or 10 sec, why is that so?
Is this what you see?
If yes, it's the IR sensor for Face ID and Dot Projector. Most people cannot see IR light with their naked eye, which is harmless, by the way. But there are some people who can actually see it. If you can, it is not cause for concern. You're just more talented than the average person!
Selloo_K,
The questions we're asking are in an attempt to understand where this light is. You say it's by your sensor, but your device has a few sensors. As we stated, there are a few located by the receiver, and we were wondering if this is where the light you're seeing is coming from.
If you're not noticing an issue, other than the light, with your iPhone then chances are this is indeed just a sensor working.
We don't want this conversation to cause confusion or frustration though. You can reach out to Apple and work with them to get additional information or you can also meet with an Apple authorized service tech to have you device checked out. We're including links for both below.
Let us know if you have any questions.
Face ID, in the night can i see it very good.
Hello Selloo_K,
We understand that a red light is visible on your iPhone ever 5-10 seconds.
Can you tell us where on your device you’re seeing this light? For example, by the receiver are the Face ID, Proximity, and Ambient light sensors. Are you able to see this red light just when looking at your iPhone or do you see it when your iPhone is facing a mirror or you’re taking a video?
Thanks.
Selloo_K,
You stated, ‘Face ID’. Does that mean you’re seeing the light by the receiver on your iPhone where the Ambient light, Face ID and Proximity sensors are located? Do you only see it when attempting to unlock your device using Face ID? Or something else? Are you having any issues using Face ID?
Thank you.
When i on my phone in the dark i see it every 5 or 10 sec a red light by my sensor. Why is that? Is my phone broken?
Red light by my iphone sensor
