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Barcode Reader is only showing black screen on IoS 16.7.12

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Posted on by SB-03101635-0 2
Hello,
 
I have been trying to use the barcode reader on my iphone 8 (with the latest ios 16.7.12). But it turns out the camera only shows black screen. 
 
I've read that this was a known issue a few years back. I have tried all the possible remedies. I have the latest Powerapps app, all my display settings are default, ... still nothing works.
 
Help would be highly appreciated. Thank you
 
 
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    oyepanky 488 on at
    Hi 

    Yeah, this happens a lot on older iPhones with iOS 16. The old Barcode Reader control usually just gives a black screen. What worked for me was switching to the Modern Barcode Scanner or using the ScanBarcode() function instead. They run much better on iOS. Also double-check camera permissions in Settings just in case.

    Thanks 
    Pankaj Jangid
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    SB-03101635-0 2 on at
    Hello,
     
    I double-checked and i do use the latest Barcode Reader component (actually the only one available unless you allow for the legacy one to appear). 
     
    And Powerapps tells me the ScanBarcode() function is no longer supported.
     
    I just tried the Camera component, i works fine, so it is definitely enabled in the settings.
     
    So the problem is not solved... 

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