Just a day after hitting the shelves, the new iPhone Air is already facing complaints from early adopters about condensation forming inside the camera lens. Reports on Reddit and Twitter have surfaced, showing photos of fogged-up lenses. This raises questions about whether Apple’s ultra-thin iPhone can withstand real-world conditions.

### Early iPhone Air Buyers Report Condensation Inside Camera Lens

The problem appears sporadically, with some users noticing foggy patches inside the camera lens after sudden changes in temperature or exposure to humid environments. While condensation inside smartphone cameras is not a new issue, it is surprising to see it occurring in a premium iPhone model—especially since Apple emphasized design refinements aimed at improving durability.

YouTuber Luke Miani shared an image on X (formerly Twitter), stating that his brand-new, day-one iPhone Air had condensation inside the camera. Another user on X, known as Dongle, also posted several images and commented, “My iPhone Air has condensation in the camera… maybe this is widespread.”

There was also a Reddit post featuring a similar experience, though the user later deleted the image. From available reports, it seems multiple early users have encountered the same issue.

### Potential Cause and Concerns

It remains to be seen if this problem is widespread. If confirmed, it could fuel criticism that Apple may have gone too far with the design in pursuit of extreme thinness. Even if the condensation inside the camera lens disappears on its own, the issue might tarnish the iPhone Air’s reputation among early adopters.

Some users speculate the problem may stem from reduced internal sealing or differences in thermal dissipation compared to the iPhone 17 Pro models, which feature a dedicated thermal management solution.

### What to Do If You Experience Camera Lens Condensation

If your iPhone Air’s camera lens is fogged up with condensation, it is advisable to:

– Keep the phone at room temperature for extended periods, allowing the water droplets to evaporate naturally.
– Store or use the iPhone in dry environments.
– Avoid sudden temperature shifts between hot and cold settings to reduce the chance of condensation reoccurring.

Apple has previously acknowledged that condensation inside the camera lens is not normal and could potentially lead to long-term hardware damage.

### Final Thoughts

It is still too early to declare this a widespread flaw, so we will wait for more reports before drawing any firm conclusions. For now, follow Apple’s advice to let the device dry naturally. If the condensation persists, you should contact Apple Support for assistance.

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