Well, sorta. I downloaded this app called barcode scanner and when i launched it the camera turned on and i was able to scan barcodes! I could see the camera working fine. The default camera app still dosn't work and says 'cannot connect to camera' but the barcode scanner app works! I cant take pictures (because the app wont let me) but the camera turns on and i can see it working. So im guessing if this app can access it, maybe using the same method the default camera app will recognize the camera.