How to fix blurry camera and freezing issue on iPhone 13 mini?

Hi everyone, for some time now I’ve been having a problem with my iPhone 13 mini and its camera. When I’m using the phone and try to take a photo, the image freezes and becomes completely blurry. The same thing happens when I try to take a photo through any app. Then I have to do a hard reset and it works fine for a while, but after some time the problem comes back. Does anyone know how to solve this issue?


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Original Title: Blurry camera

iPhone 13 mini, iOS 26

Posted on Jan 29, 2026 1:55 PM

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Jan 29, 2026 2:00 PM in response to Pawel230

It could be a hardware issue with the carmeras in your iPhone. First try a Forced Restart --> Force restart iPhone - Apple Support


Make sure you are updated to the most current iOS 26.2.1.


And if you are updated and the Forced Restart doesn't help, you'll need to schedule an appointment at your Apple Store Genius Bar for evaluation and possible service options --> Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


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