Alarm volume problems since IOS update

All of a sudden, after IOS 16.1 update, alarm and timer sounds are way too low. All the controls are at high volume and sounds perfect, but when it's the alarm going off they are very muffled and inadequate. Any ideas?

Posted on Oct 30, 2022 10:32 AM

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Missy5937

Community Specialist

Nov 1, 2022 2:01 PM in response to RB1967

Hello RB1967,

Thanks for posting in the Apple Support Communities. We're happy to look into this with you. We understand that the audio alerts for your alarms and timers isn't as loud as you'd expect. To clarify, have you tried turning up the volume when accessing the Clock app? Also, have you double checked to make sure that, if using volume buttons, in Settings > Sounds & Haptics, that Change with Buttons is enabled?

Since you just noticed this issue after installing the latest update, have you tried creating a new alarm or changing the ring tone used for your alarm, to see if that makes an impact?

You can learn more about iPhone volume using the article below:

Adjust the volume on iPhone - Apple Support

Best regards.

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