Your iPhone camera issue may have a simple solution.
With every new iPhone model, Apple adds more bells and whistles to its image-capture capabilities. As of December 2010, the iPhone 4 now has two cameras: A main camera and LED flash for shooting photos and high-definition video, and a front camera for FaceTime video calls and self portraits. But like everything electronic, your iPhone camera may malfunction every now and then. You can take some steps to methodically rule out certain causes, and possibly resolve your iPhone camera issues on your own.
Instructions
1. Check to make sure that you have a camera app on your main home screen, or flick through your other home screen pages to locate it. If you do not find a camera app anywhere, then disable the setting that is restricting its use. Go to "Settings," then "General" and "Restriction." Key in your passcode and then switch your camera "On."
2. Clean the lens of your camera with a microfiber polishing cloth. You can generally find this special non-abrasive cloth at any retailer of eyeglass, photographic or computer supplies. Gently wipe the lens of your main camera that's located behind your device on the upper-left corner. On an iPhone 4, also clean the lens of the front camera with this special cloth to absorb any oily matter and debris.
3. Investigate whether your iPhone case is obstructing the main and front camera lenses and flash. Also make sure that your case is not interfering with your ability to control the auto-focus and exposure features of your iPhone. Take a few photographs without your iPhone's case on the phone to see if your image quality improves.
4. Tap on your screen to focus your camera on a subject when using an iPhone 3GS or later. Also make sure that your intended subject is actually within the rectangle on your screen, since this is the area where your device will set its focus and exposure. Expect your image to go in and out of focus or pulse as your camera adjusts.
5. Steady yourself when taking pictures or shooting videos. Adjust your focus before you begin shooting or recording.
6. Turn your iPhone off and then on again. Press and hold the "Sleep/Wake Button" until a red slider appears, and then power off by sliding it to the right. Press and hold the "Sleep/Wake Button" again. An Apple logo will appear as your device powers up.
7. Contact Apple Technical Support online to arrange for a phone call with an expert If your iPhone camera issues persist, or take your iPhone to the nearest Apple Store for diagnosis and service.
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