What is more frustrating than not talking properly on your phone calls? Or facing mic issues while having serious conversations with your friend/family. If you are facing the same issue, here is our guide that how can you fix the iPhone mic easily. iPhones are pretty expensive phones and any trouble with them can cause panic in us, especially in the main feature like iPhone Microphone. And when we face any issue, our first instinct is to run to a nearby Apple store.
But relax, first understand that what issue your iPhone is facing? The reason could be in both software and hardware of your device. Now talking about how to fix the iPhone Mic, first understand what is causing the issue. So, let’s have a look at some reasons which can cause troubleshooting errors in iPhone Microphone.
Reasons Why Your iPhone Mic Is Not Working
Navigate the following route: Go to Settings > Privacy > Microphone. Here make sure that your mobile app is enabled. If the app isn’t listed or doesn’t have permission for Microphone, contact the app developer. Aside from this major issue, there are multiple other reasons which can cause working issues in the iPhone microphone. These issues can be;
- Bluetooth or app-related.
- iOS is out-of-date.
- Something is blocking or interfering with the microphone outlet and stopping it from performing normally.
How To Check If Your iPhone’s Microphones are working
Before getting to the solution, first, check which one of your iPhone mic is not working from a total of three iPhone speakers. The iPhone has a total of three microphones. One at the top of the screen allows you to hear a caller, the one mic at the bottom allows the caller to hear you, and the one present below the camera on the back of your iPhone is used for recording video.
Before following the troubleshooting tips, first, check if your mic is clean, which means it is not covered with any kind of dirt or impurity. Also, make sure your iPhone is not connected to any of the headsets.
Test Micrphone at the back of iPhone
Record a video to check the camera at the back of your iPhone. Hear closely for any kind of Glitch. If there is not any glitch invoice, then your rear iPhone camera is working properly.
Test Microphone at the Bottom of your iPhone
This is also known as the primary microphone. To check these Open Voice Memos. Here, tap the Record icon. Try recording yourself speaking into the microphone. To check it, play it back. If the microphone has any issue, your voice will not come clearly.
Test Microphone at the top of your screen
To test this front camera, open the selfie camera and record yourself. Play the video to check for a clear voice. If the voice isn’t clear it means there is some issue with your front camera.
TroubleShooting Tips to Fix iPhone Mic
Here are the following troubleshooting tips to fix iPhone Mic issues:
Solution# 1:
Make sure that nothing is blocking your iPhone mic. Remove any covers and protective cases off of the phone. Don’t cover the phone with your fingers and hands while talking on your phone. Make sure to disconnect any devices especially headsets and Bluetooth devices from your iPhone.
Also, check if any dirt or debris is obstructing your iPhone Microphone.
Blow a Compressed Air carefully into the microphone of your iPhone. This will, for sure, remove any small debris or dirt particles that may cause blocking of the sound. You can also use an old toothbrush to remove any debris from the mic.
Solution# 2:
Download the latest iOS Software. An un-updated iOS version can cause the Microphone to not work properly. So, make sure your iPhone always has the updated version of iOS software. iOS is the new operating system for iPhone. It will resolve any issue related to your software problems.
Solution# 3:
Reset your network settings and Restarting your phone is another method to troubleshoot the iPhone Mic. Keep in mind that by doing so, you’re also resetting Wi-Fi connection networks and respective passwords. Also, cellular settings, and VPN and APN settings, will be resting, so you’ll have to enter again any Wi-Fi passwords stored previously.
Solution# 4:
Resetting Communication apps can also help to troubleshoot the mic. because sometimes the app you are using for communication like Skype, and Whatsapp can cause some system error. In this case, close and re-open the application, or uninstall and re-install the application.
Solution# 5:
Sometimes the reason why you are not hearing a voice, or another person is not hearing your voice is that you haven’t enabled the third-party app Microphone permissions in your settings. Navigate the following route: iPhone Settings app > Privacy > Microphone, and enable microphone access to the third-party apps.
Solution# 6:
Turn off Noise Cancellation from your iPhone settings. Sometimes, iOS defaults reset the Noise Cancellation. This feature cancels any background ambient noise. This can also cause muffling of your voice. So, turning off Noise cancellation can also troubleshoot your iPhone Microphone.
Also, sometimes restarting your iPhone can also erase the mic errors, so try doing this too. By following these methods you can easily troubleshoot the iPhone Mic and can enjoy a clear voice while talking, recording, and watching. If still, the error is persisting, you can visit the Apple Store to get your mic issue addressed by a professional.
