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iPhone 16
Type
replacement
Thing
Front Camera Assembly
Title
iPhone 16 Front Camera Assembly Replacement
Introduction
Use this guide to replace the front camera assembly in your iPhone 16.
This assembly includes the front-facing camera and Face ID hardware.
If your front-facing photos come out fuzzy, noisy, or your camera has trouble focusing, it might need to be replaced.
You'll need replacement back glass adhesive to complete this repair.
After your repair, calibrate authentic Apple front cameras using [link|https://support.apple.com/en-us/120579|Repair Assistant|new_window=true].
Time Required Min
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Difficulty
Moderate
Conclusion
***To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.***
After your repair, calibrate a genuine replacement front camera and Face ID [link|https://support.apple.com/en-us/120579|using Apple's Repair Assistant|new_window=true]. Navigate to Settings ***→*** General ***→*** About ***→*** Parts & Service History, tap Restart & Finish Repair, and follow the onscreen prompts.
Take your e-waste to an [[E-Waste|R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler|new_window=true]].
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some [[Troubleshooting Problems After a Repair|basic troubleshooting]], or ask our [link|https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/Device/iPhone_16|iPhone 16 Answers Community] for help.
Author
Alex Diaz-Kokaisl
Public
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