iPhone users have noticed a bug with some photos saved in the Photos app in iOS 26. Specifically, some photos taken from phones Android and transferred to the iPhone are imported with a red-colored filter .
This red filter only appears when you tap on an image and zoom in. Thumbnail previews retain their normal color, so if you're just browsing your library, you might not notice anything wrong. Luckily, there's a simple solution to get your photos back to normal.
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iOS 26: How to fix the red filter issue in photos?
The bug appears to make the Photos app think that a color filter has been applied. To restore your original photo, open an (affected) image, tap Edit , and then tap Restore. This should remove the filter and return the image to its original state.
It is unclear under what circumstances the error occurs. It doesn't seem to be particularly common, but many users have reported experiencing the same problem.
The common denominator among all the red photos is that they were taken from non- iPhone devices, which likely indicates a problem with how the Photos app interprets the built-in color profiles.
The good news is that there doesn't seem to be any irreparable data loss. The Edit -> Restore is effective (if a bit annoying).
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This issue may be a concern for users who rely on the Photos app to store and view their images. Apple has yet to issue an official statement regarding the bug, but users are hoping that a future software update will fix the problem.
In the meantime, users can continue to use the Edit -> Reset workaround to ensure their photos appear correctly. It's important to note that this bug does not affect the quality of the photos, but only their appearance in the Photos app.
The iOS user community is known for its active participation in reporting problems and finding solutions. If you are experiencing this problem, you can join forums and communities to share your experience and find more information about possible solutions.
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Overall, this bug highlights the importance of constantly monitoring and updating apps to ensure the best possible user experience. Users are hoping that Apple will address the issue soon and provide a permanent solution.
