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Why is the orange dot on, with the microphone off and I am not making a call?

iPhone 11, iOS 15

Posted on Jun 12, 2022 1:20 PM

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SravanKrA

Level 10

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Jun 12, 2022 1:21 PM in response to moonfromeustace

One of the apps that you have given access to your Microphone is open. Please close the app.

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