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I can't setup face ID

Each time I try to setup face id, it does not continue. The camera turns on and I am instructed to place my face in the box. Nothing happens after that.

iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 16

Posted on Aug 13, 2023 2:07 PM

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Aug 13, 2023 5:24 PM in response to jbailon808

jbailon808 Said:

"I can't setup face ID: Each time I try to setup face id, it does not continue. The camera turns on and I am instructed to place my face in the box. Nothing happens after that."

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For thought...

Troubleshooting a Black Camera App:

A. First, Go Here: If the Camera or Flash on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch isn't Working - Apple Support


B. Uncover the Camera:

Is there anything covering the camera? If so, remove it.


C. Any Ungenuine Camera Message?:

Did you recently get the camera replaced? If so, contact the person(s) who performed the replacement, and have them place a genuine camera in there.See Here: About Genuine iPhone Cameras - Apple Support.  They should have known better.

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Question marked as Helpful

Aug 13, 2023 5:24 PM in response to jbailon808

jbailon808 Said:

"I can't setup face ID: Each time I try to setup face id, it does not continue. The camera turns on and I am instructed to place my face in the box. Nothing happens after that."

-------


For thought...

Troubleshooting a Black Camera App:

A. First, Go Here: If the Camera or Flash on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch isn't Working - Apple Support


B. Uncover the Camera:

Is there anything covering the camera? If so, remove it.


C. Any Ungenuine Camera Message?:

Did you recently get the camera replaced? If so, contact the person(s) who performed the replacement, and have them place a genuine camera in there.See Here: About Genuine iPhone Cameras - Apple Support.  They should have known better.

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