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Earpod controls not responding

Hi,


My earpods’ controls have just stopped responding.


I can hear through the earpod, and the mic also works.


However, the volume up and down buttons and the middle button don’t work. Iphone’s own sound contols do work.


Iphone 8 - latest IOS.


I would appreciate any help.


Best regards,

iPhone 8, iOS 15

Posted on Feb 16, 2022 11:06 PM

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Posted on Feb 17, 2022 5:01 AM

Hello,

You are referring to the wired headphones, correct?

If so, check the charging port for lint or other debris and see this:

If your headphones don‘t work with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

Otherwise, accessories generally have a one-year warranty against manufacturing defects. It might be easier to just get another pair. They are readily available at a low cost.

Good luck.

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Feb 17, 2022 5:01 AM in response to badahan

Hello,

You are referring to the wired headphones, correct?

If so, check the charging port for lint or other debris and see this:

If your headphones don‘t work with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

Otherwise, accessories generally have a one-year warranty against manufacturing defects. It might be easier to just get another pair. They are readily available at a low cost.

Good luck.

Feb 17, 2022 11:47 PM in response to MrBill3

Hi,


Yes, it’s the wired one.


I tried cleaning the port and everything, but it didn’t solve it.


I tried my wife’s earpods on my phone, and they work flawlessly. Therefore, my conclusion is that my earpods are broken.


I will still use them as long as sound goes through them, but a replacement will be needed in the future.


Thanks a lot for your help.


Best regards,

Earpod controls not responding

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