iPhone 12 mini main lens crackling noise and focus issue

Hi. iPhone 12 Mini. Main lens won’t focus. Wide lens is fine, selfie lens is fine. When trying to capture an image using the 1x lens, there is a quiet crackling noise, and the camera fails to focus. Problem occurs not only with Apple’s camera app, but also with other image capture apps.



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iPhone 12 mini, iOS 18

Posted on Jul 27, 2025 6:27 AM

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Jul 27, 2025 6:33 AM in response to AlanGatt

Expressing your crackly feel or conveying auditory experiences effectively through these forums may be challenging. For more personalized and in-depth assistance, I recommend securing a Genius Bar Reservation and exploring the various support options provided by Apple.


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