cant send voice messages in iMessage

When I tap the App Store icon, there is no "wavelength icon". I never see a microphone icon inside the Messages app no matter what I do. The microphone on the keyboard just does dictation.

iphone13ProMax

ios15.5

iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 15

Posted on Jul 25, 2022 9:03 AM

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Jul 26, 2022 11:46 AM in response to Mjolsalmarmur

Hello menotyou,


Regarding the issue with your iPhone keyboard and using dictation to search the App Store, test the steps below found in the article here can assist. Dictate text on iPhone - Apple Support


"Turn on Dictation

  1. Go to Settings  > General > Keyboard.
  2. Turn on Enable Dictation."


Keep in mind the article also states "Dictation may not be available in all languages or in all countries or regions, and features may vary. Cellular data charges may apply. See View or change cellular data settings on iPhone."


It's also recommended you check your microphone privacy and restriction settings. The articles below will assist.


Control access to hardware features on iPhone - Apple Support


Use parental controls on your child's iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


Best.



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