Why do I see a red dot on my iPhone 11 camera?

It only means that the microphone is on, which it will be when you are on a call or taking a picture. If it wasn't on the person on the other end wouldn't be able to hear you. An indicator appears at the top of your screen whenever an app is using your microphone or camera.
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Why is there a red dot by my iPhone camera?

Question: Q: Red Dot over the Camera of my iPhone

Answer: A: It's probably one of the sensors. Most likely a proximity sensor.
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Why is there a red light on my iPhone 11 camera?

You may be seeing one of two lights. If the light is in the middle, it's the ambient light sensor. If it's off towards the left, then it's the proximity sensor. Best regards!
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Why is there a red light by my camera?

The red light on the camera is the infrared lamp necessary to view and record images in dark conditions. It automatically turns on when the light level in the room drops to a point where the full-colour image quality becomes poor.
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How do I get rid of the red dot on my iPhone?

How to Hide the Red Dot Using iPhone
  1. On your ‌iPhone‌, open the Watch app.
  2. Tap Notifications.
  3. Toggle off the switch next to Notifications Indicator.
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Why is there a tiny red light on my phone?

The tiny red dot on the upper left side of your Droid 2 is the infrared proximity sensor. It is used by the phone to detect the range of your skin, and as such determine if the display needs to be illuminated.
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How do I turn off proximity sensor on iPhone?

It is not possible to turn it off. And if you are not covering it then it is not what is turning off your screen. If you are on a speakerphone call or using a headset the screen will turn off to save battery energy unless you are actively using the screen.
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How do you turn off the sensor on iPhone 11?

You can't actually turn off the proximity sensor on an iPhone, so your best option is to make sure it's working properly. Your iPhone's proximity sensor can tell when you're holding the phone up to your ear, and it will shut off the screen, saving battery and preventing your face from accidentally hitting buttons.
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Where is the proximity sensor on an iPhone 11?

Question: Q: iPhone 11 proximity sensor

Answer: A: Make sure that nothing (cover or screen protector) obstructs / interferes with your iPhone's proximity sensor, which is in the upper notch, close to the earpiece.
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Where is the iPhone proximity sensor?

In iPhone and iPad, this sensor is placed at the top of the screen. It is usually used for dimming the screen to preserve battery while user is answering a phone call.
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How do I turn off red dot?

Remove Red Dot via Watch App
  1. Open the Watch app on your iPhone and tap My Watch.
  2. Tap Notifications.
  3. Turn off the switch next to Notifications Indicator.
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Does the orange dot mean someone is listening?

If both are in use, you'll see the green camera dot. So if you use an iPhone and want to know if your phone is listening or watching, glance at the upper-right corner. If you see the small green or orange dot, your microphone or camera is on.
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How do you tell if a security camera is watching you?

The following signs may indicate that someone is using your phone's camera to watch you:
  1. Suspicious background apps.
  2. Camera misbehaving.
  3. Odd files and inexplicably low storage space.
  4. Misbehaving indicator light.
  5. Battery draining fast.
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Can someone see you through your camera phone?

Yes, you can be spied upon through the camera of your smartphone. There are several applications that can be found online that assist in spying on someone through their cell phone camera.
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How do I know if my camera is recording?

Log in to your security camera software

For example, you can turn on your monitor to see whether your IP security camera is recording videotape. If the footage is showing up correctly, the IP security camera is on. If not, it would be either the cable or the camera issue.
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