Apple Camera

Apple’s latest iOS 18.2 update, released last month, has sparked widespread frustration among users due to significant issues with the camera and flashlight functionality on iPhones. The problem seems particularly prevalent among iPhone 16 models, although other devices may also experience similar glitches.

Apple’s recent iOS 18.2 update has introduced a frustrating issue for some iPhone users, particularly those using the iPhone 16 series. Reports across social media platforms like Reddit and X indicate that the update has caused significant problems with both the camera and flashlight functionalities.

Reports suggest that Samsung, a major competitor to Apple in the smartphone market, is working on a new camera sensor for upcoming iPhones. According to a credible leaker on Platform X, who has accurately predicted Apple’s supplier relationships in the past, this development could materialize in the iPhone 18, slated for release in 2026.

For years, Apple has relied on Sony as the sole supplier of camera sensors for its iPhones, making it one of the rare instances of exclusivity in the company’s supply chain.

Recent reports suggest that Samsung is working on a cutting-edge 3-layer stacked image sensor specifically designed for Apple, potentially marking the beginning of a new partnership in Apple’s supply chain for iPhone cameras.

For over a decade, Apple has relied exclusively on Sony sensors to power its iPhone cameras. However, this longstanding partnership might be in for a significant shakeup. According to the latest information from leaker Jukanlosreve, the iPhone 18 could feature Samsung’s innovative “3-layer stacked” camera sensor, potentially replacing Sony’s Exmor RS technology.

Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17, set to debut in 2025, is shaping up to be a pivotal release for the company. Rumors suggest significant upgrades across the lineup, including design changes, enhanced displays, and advanced camera technologies.

Apple is set to introduce a radically redesigned iPhone 17 Air in 2025, with reports suggesting a thinner and sleeker design at the expense of some high-end features. Multiple sources, including The Information and analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, indicate that this new model will stand apart from the rest of the iPhone 17 lineup.

Apple’s Beats brand has introduced its first-ever iPhone 16 cases, and they are now receiving their first major discount on Amazon. The Beats iPhone 16 Case with MagSafe and Camera Control, which launched last month, is now available starting at $40.

Sony has maintained exclusive rights to manufacture camera sensors for iPhones for over a decade. However, reports suggest that this long-standing partnership might shift with the release of the iPhone 18 in 2026.