iPhone Camera Crashing After iOS 18/18.2 Update? Here's the Fix

Experiencing camera crashes after the iOS 18/18.2 update? Don't worry, here are some troubleshooting steps:

Quick Fixes

  1. Force Restart: Quickly press and release Volume Up, then Volume Down, and hold the Side button until the Apple logo appears.
  2. Force Close Apps: Access the App Carousel (swipe up from the bottom or double-tap the Home button) and swipe up on the Camera app to close it.
  3. Software Update: Go to Settings > General > Software Update and install any available updates. For other software-related issues, see this guide on fixing Siri issues on iOS 18.2.

Advanced Troubleshooting

  1. Free Up Storage: Check your iPhone storage in Settings > General > iPhone Storage and remove unnecessary files.
  2. Check Your Battery/Temperature: Ensure your iPhone isn't overheating. Let it cool down and charge if needed.
  3. Reduce Motion Animations: Go to Settings > Accessibility > Motion and enable Reduce Motion to lessen processing load. This can also improve performance, similar to what's discussed in this article about Apple's "Baltra" AI chip.
  4. Reset All Settings (Last Resort): Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset All Settings. Consult Apple Support before doing this. For more information on iOS updates and potential issues, check out this article on AirPods enhanced with ChatGPT in iOS 18.2.