iPhone 8 sound system not working

Hi Lewisreal,

We understand that your experiencing several issues with your iPhone's sound, microphone, and camera, and we want to help.

First, can you let us know more about what's going on with the Home button? For example, is it not responding when you press it, or something else? This page has some information about what to do if a button isn't working: If a button or switch isn't working on your iPhone or iPad

As for the sound issues, does adjusting the sound settings using these steps change anything? How to put your iPhone on vibrate, ring, or silent mode

What's happening regarding the microphone? Is sound unclear during calls or recordings? If so, please check out this link: If the microphones on your iPhone aren't working

You also mentioned that the camera blinks; does that happen when you're trying to take a photo or record a video? If so, does this only happen in the Apple Camera app, or does it occur in any application that accesses the camera?

More about what to do if your device's camera isn't working as expected here: If the camera or flash on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch isn't working

Thanks!

Lewisreal,

Thanks for giving us those additional details; we really appreciate it.

Just to confirm, it sounds like you were able to complete the steps in the articles we previously provided, but there hasn't been an improvement in the issues, is that right?

Since it sounds like there are still several issues going on, we'd like to rule out a possible software related cause. To help do that, we'd like to ensure that your device is running the latest available iOS version.

This page explains how to back up and update your device, if needed: Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

Once you've confirmed that your device is up-to-date, please also make sure any available app updates have been installed as well. Here's a great reference on updating your apps: Update apps or use automatic downloads

Thank you!