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Fourth generation iPhone. Repair is straightforward, but the front glass and LCD must be replaced as a unit. GSM / 8, 16, or 32 GB capacity / Model A1332 / Black and White. This page aims to help users troubleshoot, fix, and seek help for the iPhone 4.

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Both Cameras not working

My friend has an issue with his iPhone 4 where both cameras will not work. I've found replacement parts, and I've watched videos on how to disassemble it. I feel confident that I can take it apart and put it back together.

What bothers me is that there are two bad cameras. If I replace both cameras, I'm hoping it will work. But, what I'm afraid of is it is something else like a logic board.

Anyone else have any similar experiences or advice?

Thanks.

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The iPhone had been wiped. I replaced the back camera. Then both cameras started working perfectly. Thanks again!!!!

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If he/she has to many pics on it both cameras will act like they are not working check how many he/she has. Then restore the phone but don't restore to back up check to see if the cameras work. Then proceed to changing HW out

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Sometimes the camera app opens to a black screen or doesn't get past the shutter or quits out completely.

You're spot on - usually there's a fault with the camera(s). First try replacing the rear camera (fairly easy to get to) - double tap the home button and kill the camera process then restart the phone. Try the camera app again.

If no good try replacing the front camera - double tap the home button and kill the camera process then restart the phone. Try the camera app again.

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