After updating to the latest IOS - both of my Iphone 12 minis have a camera issue. They both do not focus, they are CONSTANTLY trying to, and we hear what sounds like static coming from the speakers. If I switch from main camera to the reverse camera it is solid and focused, no static. My battery is showing 100% and it is not impacted at all. Need help ASAP, vacation is coming soon.
iPhone 12 mini
This has been diagnosed by apple as my camera component needs to be replaced and b/c it is out of warranty they would charge me $169 to perform the repair. As I have an insurance policy with another provider I am going to see if they will perform the repair under my policy.
This has been diagnosed by apple as my camera component needs to be replaced and b/c it is out of warranty they would charge me $169 to perform the repair. As I have an insurance policy with another provider I am going to see if they will perform the repair under my policy.
I had apple repair (replace) the rear camera and now it works as before. Still dropping insurance on iphones as they are over 3 yrs old (old?)...not happy, but I have phone back in working order. Life goes on (thankfully!)
WHAT WORKED FOR ME: removing the security response update. Settings > General > About > iOS Version > Remove
korbo1 Said:
"ios 16.4.1 (a) caused camera not to focus: After updating to the latest IOS - both of my Iphone 12 minis have a camera issue. They both do not focus, they are CONSTANTLY trying to, and we hear what sounds like static coming from the speakers.[...]"
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Report this Update Bug to Apple:
Do your Part: These are user-to-user forums. Apple rarely reads these forums on their own time as it is. So, provide Apple with feedback on this. Apple wont get back to you directly, but the more they hear of this, the more they will know what is going on, and what needs to be fixed.
To Provide Feedback:
korbo1 Said:
“[…]camera component needs to be replaced […]As I have an insurance policy with another provider I am going to see if they will perform the repair under my policy.”
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Where to get a New Battery, Other than Apple:
Getting a New iPhone Battery:
Other than Apple, see an AASP (Apple Authorized Service Provider) in your local area. Be wary as to where you get this item, ask you may get a continual error message of an ungenuine camera. So, to avoid this continual message, it is best to have an Apple or an AASP replace the battery.
Contacting an AASP:
Leave feedback, as mentioned in my above reply.
korbo1 wrote:
After updating to the latest IOS - both of my Iphone 12 minis have a camera issue.
If the issues you have described are a direct result of the iOS 16.4 or iOS 16.4.1 update, it is highly likely that a substantial number of users who have performed the software upgrade are encountering a similar problem.
Based on my understanding and experience, it is highly unlikely that iOS updates would introduce issues that affect the day-to-day functioning of the device. iOS updates are typically designed to enhance performance, address security concerns, and introduce new features, rather than causing operational difficulties.
Without a precise understanding of the underlying issue, it may be challenging for forum members to provide targeted solutions to the difficulties you are encountering.
I have spent over 2 hrs with apple support on the phone, and have reset the phone, reloaded from backup and still have the issue, currently apple support is looking into this problem. As stated this happened after update to IOS. Phone was fine prior to update (both phones are 12minis). Awaiting further diagnosis reports from apple support att.
Same issue, though the camera stopped working completely after the 16.4.1 update. It works on Instagram and all other apps except via the iPhone native camera app/functions. Unbelievable, a USD1T company and this code quality for the update…
tried this, but unfortunately did not fix my problem. Tried going with the insurance plan from ATT (asurion) but they want a deductable of 112.00 to fix - guess it is time to stop payment on that insurance on the old phones! will try and bring back to apple store to have it repaired.
It’s pretty obvious. Apple is introducing bugs in software updates for older devices, the support staff is unaware so they try and try and try to fix it, but they can’t. The “investigate” but nothing will come of that. We’re now on iOS 16.6 and the issue is still not fixed, which shows they’re not going to fix it. Apple has been caught doing this before, so we know they’re not above damaging your $1200 iPhone you just bought 2 years ago so that you’ll spend another $1200 with them.
I’m having the same issue. Apple screwed up again like usually with the updates. Not happy at all. Very mad
Same issue in my Xr. Upset bout the update i have so many things to take a picture bout my business
I’m having the same problem after the update on my iPhone 12 min. So frustrating.
ios 16.4.1 (a) caused camera not to focus
