IPhone 5 purple smudge in Camera photos

I recently bought the iPhone 5 and am loving it so far, but recently a purple smudge began to appear when using the camera.  I went to my wireless carrier since it was within the period of time to exchange and they said it is a software issue? The problem is that this purple smudge moves around when I tap the camera  lenses. Is it truly a software issue? It's not the purple flare issue that I have.

I have had this issue before and am currently getting it again now.
It is not software. I had my first iphone 5 replaced due to mould growing on the lens. Causing smudges on my photos. My replacement iphone 5 is currently growing mould and i have a genius bar appointment tonight to have it replaced again.
Screw your carrier, they know nothing, take it closet apple store and have it replaced.

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