iPhone does not make sounds for texts unless I am looking at it (it's paired w/ apple watch)

I'm losing my mind over this, if I'm looking at the phone - I don't need a sound, I see the message! If I'm *not* looking at my phone, I need a sound to trigger me *to* look at the phone.

What is this madness and how do I make it stop?

iPad, iPadOS 17

Posted on Feb 14, 2024 11:07 AM

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