iPhone Startup / Shutdown Sounds

Last modified: Jan 14, 2026 6:57 AM
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Brief Description:

Every Mac computer conducts several tests when powering on to ensure that everything works as expected.

The graphics test is an Apple logo (  ) and the audio test is the startup chime.


The iPhone also conducts the same tests, however; the audio test is disabled by default.

Let’s unlock the audio test that includes a bonus Shutdown audio chime. 🔉


Follow these steps:

  1. Open Settings
  2. Tap Accessibility
  3. Under Hearing, tap Audio & Visual
  4. Scroll down and toggle Power On & Off Sounds = on


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