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Yellow dot next to battery symbol only while phone in use on call

Why do I have a yellow dot next to my battery when I’m on a call ?

iPhone SE

Posted on Jul 15, 2021 11:15 AM

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Axel Foley

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Posted on Jul 15, 2021 11:21 AM

That Yellow/Orange dot next to the battery symbol is there to inform you that your Microphone is in use. Whenever an app uses the iPhone's Microphone, then the dot will appear. This makes you aware that the Microphone is in use. Its for your information and awareness.

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