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Front camera issue

(Topic created on: 12-29-2025 12:24 PM)
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Thephoneguy23
Beginner Level 2
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Galaxy S
My front camera do not work as it should... whenever I open Camera app,back camera works but turning to front its freezing... it says camera is being used in another app.

Also, face unlock not working because of that.
Please guide, how to fix.
S25 ultra
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RedDogRabbit
Expert Level 5
Galaxy S

Start with opening the Camera & go to IT'S Settings & Reset the Camera's Settings & Reboot. 

Also go to Settings Apps > Search for the Camera & Click on it > Scroll down to Storage & Clear Both Cache & Data for the app and Reboot.

See if that fixes the issue for you. 

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Thephoneguy23
Beginner Level 2
Galaxy S
Tried all suggestions found on members diagnostic faq but its not fixing the issue
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RedDogRabbit
Expert Level 5
Galaxy S

Are you saying that you ran the Diagnostics on the Samsung Members app? 

If so, did you get any error messages? 

You could try Booting into Safe Mode and see if the Camera works properly, as it will disable all 3rd party apps.

Last two things you can try yourself.. 

Boot into Recovery & Wipe Cache, see if that works for you, but doubtful.. 

Factory Reset.. If it's not a hardware issue, then that SHOULD fix the problem. 

If not, visit a Samsung Service Centre to get it checked out by a tech. 

You could also send an Error Report to Samsung from the Samsung Members app >  Support > Send Feedback. 

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Thephoneguy23
Beginner Level 2
Galaxy S
Yes, I ran diagnostics and sent out the report as well... front Camera works sometimes and sometimes its not opening and says other app is using the camera...
Did everything except factory reset...
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Marazyz
Active Level 3
Galaxy S
Last resort, but you could see if samsung covers this in warranty, and if they will send you a new phone, as this seems like a hardware issue, unless you can confirm this is software
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Ayyman
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Galaxy S

Hi Thephoneguy23,

We understand how important it is for features such as the front camera and face unlock to function reliably, and we regret the inconvenience this has caused.

Since you have already attempted diagnostics and cleared cache/data without resolution, the next recommended step would be to perform a factory reset after ensuring that your data is backed up. This can help rule out any software conflicts. If the issue persists even after a factory reset, it may indicate a potential hardware concern.

In that case, we suggest visiting a Samsung Authorized Service Center for a full diagnostic. If your device is still under warranty, the service team will be able to advise you to fix the issue on your Samsung device Additionally, please continue to submit error reports through the Samsung Members app so our engineers can review logs and investigate further.

We appreciate your patience and the steps you have already taken. Thank you for sharing the details of the issue you are experiencing with the front camera on your Galaxy S25 Ultra.

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Thephoneguy23
Beginner Level 2
Galaxy S
Yes, I did factory reset my device and sent 2 or 3 reports on members app.
No solutions yet...
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NickGauts
Active Level 1
Galaxy S
Close all your other apps? Restart your phone ?
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RedDogRabbit
Expert Level 5
Galaxy S

They did a Factory Reset, how do you think that closing apps will be a solution?? 

 

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