Voice control no longer listening
When locking my iPhone 14Pro I see the message “Voice Control is no longer listening” how do I prevent this from happening?
iPhone 14 Pro Max, 18
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Voice Control on an iPhone is designed to allow hands-free operation by recognizing spoken commands, but it is primarily intended to function while the device is unlocked and in active use. When the screen is locked, many Voice Control features are restricted for security and privacy reasons.
For example:
- Voice Control cannot unlock your device. You need to use Face ID, Touch ID, or a passcode to unlock it.
- Commands are limited. While some features, such as responding to calls, may still work depending on settings, more advanced controls requiring access to apps or sensitive data won't function until the device is unlocked.
If you're looking for a feature to listen or respond to commands while the screen is locked, Hey Siri (when enabled) might be a better option, as it can operate in this state within certain security parameters.