iPhone 7 Microphone Problem

Why isn’t my iphone microphone working in all the apps that I have gave access to it?

iPhone 7, iOS 13

Posted on Mar 27, 2020 2:31 PM

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brenden dv

Community Specialist

Mar 29, 2020 9:22 AM in response to luiis_aguilarr

Hi there, luiis_aguilarr!

Thanks for reaching out to the Apple Support Communities! It sounds like you're having an issue with the microphone not working on your iPhone. Check out this article If the microphones on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch aren't working. This article will give you the best steps to take if you have issues with the microphone not working, as well as the next steps to take if you continue to have issues.

Cheers!

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