Unable to use Face ID on my iPhone XR

Am told face not recognized even after restarting


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iPhone XR, iOS 18

Posted on Feb 9, 2025 10:07 AM

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Posted on Feb 27, 2025 8:53 PM

Follow these steps, testing after each step:



If that didn’t work, then it could be a hardware issue.


According to Apple:

Using diagnostics available in iOS 14.6 or later, Apple has detected an issue with your TrueDepth camera that might cause it to not function as expected. The TrueDepth camera contains lasers, which might be disabled for safety reasons if the device malfunctions or is damaged. This won't prevent you from using your iPhone or iPad, but until your iPhone or iPad is updated or serviced, you might not be able to use Face ID, Animoji, Memoji, and some other features that use the front camera.


As a result, I recommend service.


Service Checklist:



Click ▶︎ Start a Repair Request.



Need more help?



Click ▶︎ Check Repair Status. 🔧



Good luck! 👋🏼😉

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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Feb 27, 2025 8:53 PM in response to nasmart18

Follow these steps, testing after each step:



If that didn’t work, then it could be a hardware issue.


According to Apple:

Using diagnostics available in iOS 14.6 or later, Apple has detected an issue with your TrueDepth camera that might cause it to not function as expected. The TrueDepth camera contains lasers, which might be disabled for safety reasons if the device malfunctions or is damaged. This won't prevent you from using your iPhone or iPad, but until your iPhone or iPad is updated or serviced, you might not be able to use Face ID, Animoji, Memoji, and some other features that use the front camera.


As a result, I recommend service.


Service Checklist:



Click ▶︎ Start a Repair Request.



Need more help?



Click ▶︎ Check Repair Status. 🔧



Good luck! 👋🏼😉

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