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iPhone camera app opens unexpectedly?

Everytime (almost) I pick up my iPhone, the camera app opens. Which is very inconvenient. The touch screen responses on iPhones are almost completely unpredictable, and even switching apps can be difficult. First, why does the camera app keep opening unexpectedly? Second, is there any way to prevent this behavior? Thanks!

iPhone 12 mini

Posted on May 20, 2022 5:44 AM

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Posted on May 21, 2022 1:10 PM

Hi, Arandel.


There is one setting that could potentially cause the camera to open when you pick up your phone: Use Back Tap on your iPhone - Apple Support



Aside from that, or accidentally pressing the camera button on your Lock Screen, this would likely be a physical issue with the phone requiring a repair. If that's the case, you can get started on that here: iPhone Repair - Official Apple Support


Cheers.

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May 21, 2022 1:10 PM in response to Arandel

Hi, Arandel.


There is one setting that could potentially cause the camera to open when you pick up your phone: Use Back Tap on your iPhone - Apple Support



Aside from that, or accidentally pressing the camera button on your Lock Screen, this would likely be a physical issue with the phone requiring a repair. If that's the case, you can get started on that here: iPhone Repair - Official Apple Support


Cheers.

iPhone camera app opens unexpectedly?

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