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Can’t hear phone calls unless on speaker

I can’t hear phone call unless I put them on speaker

iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 15

Posted on Jun 14, 2022 2:50 PM

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Posted on Jun 15, 2022 11:12 AM

Hello Netnet2418,


Thank you for reaching out to Apple Support Communities.


These steps should help:


"If you want to try more steps on your own

If you prefer, here are some more steps you can try on your own. After following these steps, you might still need to contact Apple Support to discuss service options.

  1. Remove all screen protectors, films, or cases from your device. 
  2. Check the speaker opening to see if it's blocked or dirty. On iPhone only, make sure that the receiver isn't blocked or dirty. 
  3. If necessary, clean the speaker or receiver opening with a small, soft-bristled brush. Make sure that the brush is clean and dry.
  4. Go to Settings > Sounds (or Settings > Sounds & Haptics), and drag the Ringer and Alerts slider back and forth a few times. If you don't hear any sound, or if your speaker button on the Ringer and Alerts slider is dimmed, your speaker might need service.
  5. If you hear sound, try making a call with your iPhone and turn on speakerphone. On iPad or iPod touch, make a FaceTime call. If you still can't hear, or hear static or crackling, then your network or reception could be the issue. Try to call again later, or from a different location."


More details can be found here: If you hear no sound or distorted sound from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch speaker


Hopefully this helps.


Good Luck!

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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Jun 15, 2022 11:12 AM in response to Netnet2418

Hello Netnet2418,


Thank you for reaching out to Apple Support Communities.


These steps should help:


"If you want to try more steps on your own

If you prefer, here are some more steps you can try on your own. After following these steps, you might still need to contact Apple Support to discuss service options.

  1. Remove all screen protectors, films, or cases from your device. 
  2. Check the speaker opening to see if it's blocked or dirty. On iPhone only, make sure that the receiver isn't blocked or dirty. 
  3. If necessary, clean the speaker or receiver opening with a small, soft-bristled brush. Make sure that the brush is clean and dry.
  4. Go to Settings > Sounds (or Settings > Sounds & Haptics), and drag the Ringer and Alerts slider back and forth a few times. If you don't hear any sound, or if your speaker button on the Ringer and Alerts slider is dimmed, your speaker might need service.
  5. If you hear sound, try making a call with your iPhone and turn on speakerphone. On iPad or iPod touch, make a FaceTime call. If you still can't hear, or hear static or crackling, then your network or reception could be the issue. Try to call again later, or from a different location."


More details can be found here: If you hear no sound or distorted sound from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch speaker


Hopefully this helps.


Good Luck!

Can’t hear phone calls unless on speaker

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