Wed Sep 25 08:21:44 UTC 2024: ## Ubuntu 24.04’s New Camera App Fails to Recognize Webcams

**Ubuntu 24.04, the latest long-term support release from Canonical, has been plagued by a bug affecting its new GNOME Camera app.** Users are reporting that the app consistently fails to recognize both built-in and external webcams, displaying a “No Camera Found” message.

While initial suspicions pointed to hardware issues, it appears that the problem lies within the software itself. This bug has raised concerns amongst Ubuntu users, especially as it persists even after the first point release, 24.04.1.

**A workaround has been found by It’s FOSS reader Jack, requiring users to add themselves to the ‘video’ group.** This can be achieved by running the following command in a terminal:

“`
sudo usermod -a -G video $USER
“`

Users will need to log out or restart their system for the change to take effect.

**While this solution provides a temporary fix, it highlights a significant bug in a core application for many users.** Many users still prefer the older ‘Cheese’ camera app, which can be installed via the following command:

“`
sudo apt install cheese
“`

This incident raises questions about the testing and release process for Ubuntu 24.04, particularly given the severity of the issue and its persistence across multiple releases. While Canonical has yet to address the bug directly, this workaround offers a temporary solution for affected users.

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