BAD IDEA
Can I watch the 2026 solar eclipse through my selfie camera and good intentions?
No, your selfie camera and good vibes won't cut it; staring at the sun through your phone will fry your eyes and your device.
Trying to watch the 2026 solar eclipse through your selfie camera and sheer optimism is a spectacularly bad move. Your phone’s camera lens can’t protect your eyes from the sun’s harmful rays, and staring directly at the eclipse—even through a screen—can cause serious eye damage. Plus, your camera sensor risks permanent harm without proper filters. Get some certified solar viewing glasses instead if you want to keep your eyeballs and phone intact.
Never look directly at the sun without proper solar filters to avoid permanent eye damage.
