iPhone XR Microphone sounds distorted through calls, voice memos

I've been told by the last few people I called that I sound 'distant' or as though I'm 'underwater', and I'm almost entirely inaudible on speaker phone. Playing back a recording in voice memos sounds heavily distorted, tinny (like a high pass filter), and with lots of background noise. The audio in videos seems fine by comparison (maybe slightly muffled, though still clear).


Which microphone/s are in need of fixing/replacement?

iPhone XR, iOS 18

Posted on Dec 26, 2024 10:23 PM

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Dec 27, 2024 1:23 AM in response to SravanKrA

Thanks for the information. I've made sure to follow the recommended steps (turning off silent mode, turning off Do Not Disturb, removing the case, etc.) though to no avail. The metal housing was recently replaced so it's not an issue with the grill being blocked.


I should also mention Siri can hear me just fine, so I believe it's only the lower microphone that's broken.

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