Camera Failures on Surface Pro X Tied to Windows Certificate Expiry

Users of the flagship Microsoft Surface Pro X have reported a persistent camera failure across devices. The issue appears linked to a Windows certificate problem that has expired, triggering camera errors in multiple apps. Reports from Canadian and American users indicate that the camera app and other programs fail to access the camera, producing error codes such as 0xA00F4271 and 0x80004005. Both the front and rear cameras are affected, preventing users from participating in video conferences and other camera-enabled activities. This is a broad reliability problem that undermines core device functionality for those who rely on a smooth video experience in work and personal use. (Source: user reports and tech community discussions)