Does my phone camera have sensor damage with green pixels showing up (non light flare)?

Anyone know what these green pixels may mean? I only just noticed them when taking a video of my dog, they pop up when using the regular lens (not the zoom or wide) on my iPhone 16 pro max.


it’s not a lens flare because of light, they are consistent. Possible sensor damage?

Posted on Feb 13, 2026 4:57 PM

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Posted on Feb 13, 2026 5:13 PM

Technically, they are stuck pixels. Apple will need to determine if it’s a warranty issue or not.


Remote diagnostics won’t really work for determining defects or not. You’ll generally need to send it into a service center or make an appointment at a Genius Bar at an Apple Retail Store.


You need to have Apple perform diagnostics on your iPhone. It can be done in person at an Apple Retail Store or at an Apple Authorized Service Provider.


If you’re in the US, please call  1-800-MY-APPLE, or outside the US, consult the support articles below. In Canada, call 1-800-263-3394.


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Feb 13, 2026 5:13 PM in response to ItsBetterwithRanch

Technically, they are stuck pixels. Apple will need to determine if it’s a warranty issue or not.


Remote diagnostics won’t really work for determining defects or not. You’ll generally need to send it into a service center or make an appointment at a Genius Bar at an Apple Retail Store.


You need to have Apple perform diagnostics on your iPhone. It can be done in person at an Apple Retail Store or at an Apple Authorized Service Provider.


If you’re in the US, please call  1-800-MY-APPLE, or outside the US, consult the support articles below. In Canada, call 1-800-263-3394.


Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support


Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

Does my phone camera have sensor damage with green pixels showing up (non light flare)?

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