iPhone SE camera switch not working after iOS 26.2 update

The camera switch on the iPhone SE is not working and does not switch from photo to selfie and back after installing iOS 26.2



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Original Title: Camera switch not working

Posted on Dec 26, 2025 2:33 PM

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Dec 26, 2025 10:34 PM in response to ingosan

It's not always the iOS update's fault!  Many things can cause phone problems.  If you tell people you think it's an iOS update, it might make it harder to fix or find a solution for the real issue.



Remember, the right question often leads to the solution!



Was/Is your device Jailbroken? If that's the situation, please be informed that attributing the issues to iOS updates may not be accurate.



iOS updates aim to enhance user experience, boost security, and fix bugs rather than disrupt core features. The majority of the issues after updates might stem from underlying, unmentioned factors. Updates won't typically alter personal data but may refine settings or features. Backup before major updates for safety. Review Apple's update details and backup advice for a smooth process.


Kindly consider checking your settings and addressing any device issues before attributing the issue to external factors. This could be a pure coincidence that the iOS update affected the iPhone functions.


Before initiating a standard iOS update, it's advisable to create a backup. Have you completed this step? If yes, proceed with the restoration from the backup.



See what each update does: OS — iOS 26, About iOS 18 Updates, About iOS 17 Updates, About iOS 16 Updates, About iOS 15 Updates, About iOS 14 Updates, About iOS 13 Updates, About iOS 12 Updates, and so on...


Dec 26, 2025 10:36 PM in response to ingosan

On iOS, the built-in Camera app does not provide a seamless "camera switch" feature during active recording. In other words, if you begin shooting a video using the rear camera, you cannot instantly toggle to the front camera within the same continuous clip. To change perspectives, you would need to stop the recording, switch cameras manually, and then start a new recording. This limitation means that iOS users cannot capture uninterrupted footage that transitions between front‑facing and rear‑facing views in a single take.

iPhone SE camera switch not working after iOS 26.2 update

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