iOS 26: Keep iPhone Camera Lens Clean With This Smart Setting

[2DeedleD]

For the first time ever, In legit thinking of switching back to Android.

The new Apple sux.

Deuces. May your happiness be infinite.

 

[fenderbass146]

Doesn't look like it's supported on the 13 Pro. I don't see the option.

same on my 14

 

[YellowZx5]

Doesn't look like it's supported on the 13 Pro. I don't see the option.

Same with the 14Pro Max here

 

[knuta]

Doesn't look like it's supported on the 13 Pro. I don't see the option.

same on my regular 13..

 

[iObama]

Present! I have a base model 15, and the feature is available here (on by default).

oh **** – we've got an aluminum-er!!!!!

 

[ijordano]

"something Android devices have offered for years" and yet I never see an android picture without a greasy smudge

 

[z4co]

Now they can put an NFC sensor in the Apple Polishing Cloth to enable pairing and probably sell it for even more money!

 

[CocktailHour]

In iOS 26, Apple has a helpful new feature that notifies you when your iPhone's camera lens needs cleaning – something Android devices have offered for years. Here's how to turn on this smart notification system.

Whenever your iPhone's camera is active, iOS 26 monitors the incoming light for signs of reduced clarity or smudging that could indicate a dirty lens. When triggered, you'll see a discrete alert suggesting you clean your camera lens to improve image quality.

To benefit from the feature, you'll need an iPhone running iOS 26 (currently in beta). It's currently unclear which models support Lens Cleaning Hints, but you can check by looking for the following toggle:

1. Open Settings on your iPhone.
2. Scroll down and tap Camera.
3. Toggle on Lens Cleaning Hints.

Once enabled, your iPhone will analyze image quality and display a notification in the Camera app when it detects your rear camera lens could benefit from cleaning.

• Will My iPhone Support iOS 26?

This feature joins another camera-related change in iOS 26 – a completely redesigned Camera app interface that includes a new minimalist navigation bar. If you don't have the beta software installed, you shouldn't have long to wait: Apple is expected to officially release iOS 26 in September.

Article Link: iOS 26: Keep iPhone Camera Lens Clean With This Smart Setting

Odd how the word, "Hints" is not in the title of the article.

 

[badtzmaru]

not available on my ancient iPhone 14 Pro Max

 

[turbineseaplane]

not available on my ancient iPhone 14 Pro Max

Nor on my 13 Mini, which I should be ashamed to even use.

 

[zanoii]

I’ll get exited when they manage to keep dust out of the lens system.

On both my iPhone 7 Plus and my iPhone 13 Pro I got dust specks in the lenses. They replaced the camera on my 7+ for free but not on the 13 pro.

A reminder to clean the lens seems to be of most use to the group of people that would never buy a new phone anyway. This feature will be most useful in 3-5 years.

 

[svish]

Good to have this option. Though in most situations, I do clean the lens before taking a photo. A reminder should help probably when the lens is not too dirty.