Fault · Cameras
Flash or flashlight won't turn on
The flashlight doesn't turn on or the flash doesn't fire.
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Covered on 131 models
- Samsung79With guide
- iPhone39With guide
- iPad13With guide
How to approach it
The flash has its own controller (strobe driver) with a boost that powers the LEDs; the camera sends it the fire command and a temperature sensor (NTC) protects the module. If the flashlight is grayed out, the system isn't detecting the driver or its temperature.
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Where to find it
- By modelEach model lists the guides that apply to it.
- By familySamsung, iPhone, and iPad already have the guide.
Models where it is covered
Samsung · 79 models
iPhone · 39 models
iPad · 13 models
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