why is my mic not working in my ipad

Why is my microphone not working in my ipad? I just bought it for less than 2 weeks and it's not working already.

Posted on May 23, 2023 12:13 AM

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Posted on May 24, 2023 12:39 PM

Hey _sammy,


We'd first recommend looking over the tips here:


"If the sound is unclear during FaceTime calls, in video recordings, or in apps, learn what to do.


Clear the microphones

  1. Remove any screen protectors, films, or cases from your iPad.
  2. Clear any debris from the openings of your iPad.


Test your microphones

  1. Open the Camera app.
  2. To test the front microphone, record a video of yourself speaking while facing the camera on the front of your iPad. 
  3. To test the back microphone, tap the camera chooser  to switch to the back camera. Then record another video of yourself speaking while facing the camera on the back of your iPad.
  4. Play back both videos. You should hear your voice clearly in each.


If your voice sounds muffled on the iPad (10th generation)

If your voice sounds too quiet or muffled when you play back the videos you recorded using the Camera app, make sure that the microphones on your iPad aren't blocked by your hands or a case. If your iPad has a screen protector, make sure that the screen protector has an opening over the front microphone.



If the microphone doesn't work in a specific app

  1. Go to Settings > Privacy > Microphone.
  2. Make sure that the app is enabled.
  3. If the app has permission to access your microphone, or if it isn't listed, contact the app developer.

If you still don't hear your voice clearly, contact Apple Support."


If the issue persists, we'd advise contacting Apple Support for additional assistance.


Take care.

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May 24, 2023 12:39 PM in response to _sammy

Hey _sammy,


We'd first recommend looking over the tips here:


"If the sound is unclear during FaceTime calls, in video recordings, or in apps, learn what to do.


Clear the microphones

  1. Remove any screen protectors, films, or cases from your iPad.
  2. Clear any debris from the openings of your iPad.


Test your microphones

  1. Open the Camera app.
  2. To test the front microphone, record a video of yourself speaking while facing the camera on the front of your iPad. 
  3. To test the back microphone, tap the camera chooser  to switch to the back camera. Then record another video of yourself speaking while facing the camera on the back of your iPad.
  4. Play back both videos. You should hear your voice clearly in each.


If your voice sounds muffled on the iPad (10th generation)

If your voice sounds too quiet or muffled when you play back the videos you recorded using the Camera app, make sure that the microphones on your iPad aren't blocked by your hands or a case. If your iPad has a screen protector, make sure that the screen protector has an opening over the front microphone.



If the microphone doesn't work in a specific app

  1. Go to Settings > Privacy > Microphone.
  2. Make sure that the app is enabled.
  3. If the app has permission to access your microphone, or if it isn't listed, contact the app developer.

If you still don't hear your voice clearly, contact Apple Support."


If the issue persists, we'd advise contacting Apple Support for additional assistance.


Take care.

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