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antonia_f Author

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microphone

i have the orange dot showing and i know it means the microphone is being used, it says the phone app is using my microphone but i don’t have the app open and im not calling anyone. why is it showing and how can i get rid of it??

Posted on Jan 10, 2023 7:40 PM

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TheLittles

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Posted on Jan 10, 2023 7:52 PM

antonia_f Said:

"microphone: i have the orange dot showing and i know it means the microphone is being used, it says the phone app is using my microphone but i don’t have the app open and im not calling anyone. why is it showing and how can i get rid of it??"

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Close All Apps:

The Microphone or Camera is in use. So, to disable this, force quit all of your apps: Close an App on your iPhone or iPod touch - Apple Support

Learn About the Dot Here: About the Orange and Green Indicators in your iPhone Status Bar - Apple Support

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