How do I fix my foggy back camera on my iPhone?

I used my Iphone 12 under water for 5 sec and now back camera is foggy is there anything i can do to???!


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iPhone 12, iOS 17

Posted on Jul 11, 2024 9:07 PM

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Jul 11, 2024 9:23 PM in response to pratham72

pratham72 Said:

"How do I fix my foggy back camera on my iPhone?: I used my Iphone 12 under water for 5 sec and now back camera is foggy is there anything i can do to???!"

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Troubleshooting a Blacked-Out iSight Camera:



What to Try:

A. Try This - Disable then Enable Camera:

  1. Go to: Settings
  2. Tap: Screen Time
  3. Tap: Content & Privacy Restrictions
  4. Enter: Keycode
  5. Tap: Allowed Apps
  6. Tap: Camera (So it is Green-Colored)


B. Restart iPhone:

Go Here: Restart your iPhone - Apple Support


C. Are you Using a Case?

Make sure that the back camera is not covered(somewhat) - For note: the microphone part is located between the lens and the flash. So, make sure all is not covered.


D. Update Using a Computer:

Have a Computer Handy? If so, try using a computer to update. Go here: Update your iPhone Using a Computer - User Tip


E. Get this Diagnosed by Apple:

Apple might fix it free of charge, if found to be be faulty device. Set up a Genius Bar Appointment at your local Apple Store. There, it will be looked at and you'll be provided with your options.


F. Report this 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:

  1. Go Here: Feedback - iPhone - Apple
  2. Select: "Bug Report" for the "Feedback Type"
  3. Comment: when this all began, and how you have troubleshot this thus far. Include the URL of this thread.
  4. Proceed form there as necessary

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