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i have ZERO apps open but my microphone is still being used. im very concerned, can someone help?

why is it saying that my microphone is being used even though i have no apps open?

Posted on Dec 28, 2022 12:41 AM

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Posted on Dec 28, 2022 12:55 AM

Open Control Center, and at the top, you'll see the icon for the camera or microphone and which app was using it most recently.


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i have ZERO apps open but my microphone is still being used. im very concerned, can someone help?

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