An iPhone 16e whose selfie camera opens to black, will not focus, or shows a haze that cleaning does not fix needs a new front camera. On this phone that is the 12MP TrueDepth front camera, sitting at the top of the display next to the Face ID sensors.

About the iPhone 16e

The iPhone 16e (2025) uses a 12MP TrueDepth front camera at the top of its 6.1-inch OLED (notch design) display. It shares that space with the Face ID sensors, so the work is done carefully and Face ID is retested every time. The 16e keeps Face ID and the Action button but drops MagSafe and uses Apple's own C1 modem.

At a glance

• Released: 2025
• Display: 6.1-inch OLED (notch design)
• Frame: aluminum
• Rear cameras: a single 48MP Fusion camera
• Front camera: 12MP TrueDepth front camera

Signs you need this repair

• Black or frozen preview when you flip to the selfie camera
• Blurry selfies that stay blurry after cleaning the glass
• Spots or haze in every front-camera photo
• FaceTime or video calls showing no picture on your side

How we fix it on the iPhone 16e

We open the phone from the display side, disconnect the battery and swap the front camera module, taking care not to disturb the Face ID dot projector and flood illuminator beside it. Before it goes back we test photo, video, Portrait mode and FaceTime.

Price

• Replacement Front Camera: $126.99

Every repair starts with incoming diagnostics. If we find anything else, we contact you before doing more work.

Mail-in or walk-in

Order online and we email you a prepaid UPS label with $100 of shipping insurance. Pack the iPhone 16e on its own in a sturdy box with some padding, no case, cable or charger, and tuck your order confirmation inside. It is checked in on arrival, repaired, tested and shipped straight back with tracking.

Local? Bring it to our Jupiter store on Donald Ross Road. We are open Monday to Saturday 10 to 7, and Sundays 11 to 5 by appointment.

Warranty

The replacement part is covered by our 90-day warranty against defects. Accidental damage, like a new drop or spill, is not covered.

Common questions

Will Face ID still work after an iPhone 16e front camera repair?

On the iPhone 16e the selfie camera sits in the same TrueDepth assembly as the Face ID sensors, and those sensors are paired to your phone. We keep your original Face ID components, replace only the camera, and confirm Face ID works before the phone goes back.

Will my iPhone show an unknown part message?

If the camera fitted is not a genuine Apple part, iOS can show Unknown Part in Settings > General > About > Parts and Service History. The notice does not stop you using the phone, and we test focus, Portrait mode and video calls before return. Ask us if you would rather have a genuine Apple camera.

How do I check that my phone is an iPhone 16e?

Open Settings > General > About. The Model Name line should read iPhone 16e. If it shows something else, pick that model's repair instead, or call us and we will point you to the right one.

Not sure this is the right repair? Call 888-494-4349 or email support@ifixyouri.com and a technician will talk it through with you.