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IPAs Pro 2022 always says camera is covered, in and out of case. Are there 2 cameras? The arrow points to the top camera and then the left side camera.

iPad Pro, 11-inch, 4th Gen, Cell mmW

Posted on Nov 2, 2022 4:05 PM

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Posted on Nov 2, 2022 4:14 PM

Do you have a screen protector fitted to your iPad? Some screen protectors that also cover the front-facing camera array are known to cause issues.


If you do have a screen protector of this type, remove the screen protector.


Otherwise, the camera array may have a fault. If unresolved, you would be best advised to visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) - where the technicians will be able to test and assess your iPad:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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Nov 2, 2022 4:14 PM in response to audra@apple

Do you have a screen protector fitted to your iPad? Some screen protectors that also cover the front-facing camera array are known to cause issues.


If you do have a screen protector of this type, remove the screen protector.


Otherwise, the camera array may have a fault. If unresolved, you would be best advised to visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) - where the technicians will be able to test and assess your iPad:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

Nov 2, 2022 5:24 PM in response to audra@apple

Compatible screen protectors are available - these having a cut-out that does not cover the camera array, microphone (yes, the is a tiny microphone opening in the front cover-glass of the screen) and other sensors.


One of the most respected brands, Zagg, market two tempered glass screen protectors that are compatible with your 2022 iPad Pro:

https://www.zagg.com/en_us/glass-elite-ipad-12-2022

https://www.zagg.com/en_us/glass-elite-visionguard-plus-ipad-12-2021

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