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Why There's A Black Dot On Your iPhone's Camera (And What It Actually Does)

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Users of iPhone 12 and later may have noticed the black dot near the lens. This is the LiDAR sensor that emits lasers and is used for focus and AR apps.

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Why There's A Black Dot On Your iPhone's Camera (And What It Actually Does)

Users of iPhone 12 and later may have noticed the black dot near the lens. This is the LiDAR sensor that emits lasers and is used for focus and AR apps.

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BGR broke the news in on Monday, January 12, 2026.
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