When taking pictures outside the color is NEVER close to how I’m seeing it in real life.

Hi flipflops525,

Just to confirm, is this happening in the Apple Camera app, or another application? If this is happening in the Apple Camera app, is the  Photographic Style set to "Standard," or another option? We ask because the "Standard" option should provide balanced style on photos that is true to life.

We know you mentioned checking some settings, but you can confirm and manage Photographic Styles using the process outlined here, if you haven't already, which may help: Apply Photographic Styles with your iPhone Camera

Choose a Photographic Style

Your iPhone camera is automatically set to Standard—a balanced style that is true to life. To apply a different Photographic Style, do the following:

1. Open Camera , then tap .

2. Tap , then swipe left to preview the different styles:

* Rich Contrast: Darker shadows, richer colors, and stronger contrast create a dramatic look.

* Vibrant: Wonderfully bright and vivid colors create a brilliant yet natural look.

* Warm: Golden undertones create a warmer look.

* Cool: Blue undertones create a cooler look.

To customize a Photographic Style, tap the Tone and Warmth controls below the frame, then drag the slider left or right to adjust the value. Tap  to reset the values.

3. Tap  to apply the Photographic Style.

To change or adjust a Photographic Style that you set, tap  at the top of the screen. To stop using a Photographic Style, select Standard from the style choices.

You can also change Photographic Styles in Settings: go to Settings  > Camera > Photographic Styles.

Thanks!