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After iOS 17 update on the iPad the camera for FaceTime is stuck on the rear camera

After IOS 17 Update on the iPad the camera for FaceTime is stuck on the rear camera. I found no way to flip it. On „my“ little picture are 3 icons only, the flip one is missing.


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Posted on Sep 19, 2023 3:54 AM

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Sep 19, 2023 4:23 AM in response to Robsi60

If your iPad is not operating as expected after performing a system software update, try a forced restart - as this will often clear an isolated software issue:


Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)

If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:

  1. Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
  2. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
  3. Press and hold the top button.
  4. When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.




Force restart iPad (models with the Home button)

Press and hold the top button and the Home button at the same time. When the Apple logo appears, release both buttons.




If you continue to experience difficulties, you might be best advised to seek assistance directly from Apple Support. You can contact the Support Team using the Support link at top-right or bottom-left of this page.


Alternatively, you can initiate and manage your support cases using the excellent Apple Support App. If not already installed on your iPad, the App can be downloaded from the App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/apple-support/id1130498044




Sep 22, 2023 3:13 AM in response to Robsi60

It is all okay now. The reason was on my side and had to do with the IOS Update to 17. I share my USB Port with a laptop and had a webcam connected. Apple never accepted external Webcams up until IOS 17. Anyways I tried again this morning and my sister saw some blue of my shirt. Then I new what was going on. I disconnected the webcam and all was as it should be.

After iOS 17 update on the iPad the camera for FaceTime is stuck on the rear camera

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