iPhone text no sound on Lock Screen
When phone is lock no sound on text notifications
iPhone XR, iOS 17
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If your iPhone isn't playing sound notifications for text messages when locked, here are some steps to troubleshoot and resolve the issue:
1. Review Notification Settings
- Go to Settings ➡️ Notifications ➡️ Messages
- Ensure Allow Notifications is turned ON.
- Under "Alerts," make sure Lock Screen, Notification Center, and Banners are enabled.
- Check that a sound is selected under the "Sounds" option.
2. Disable Focus or Do Not Disturb
- Go to Settings ➡️ Focus and ensure no Focus mode (like Do Not Disturb) is active.
- If a Focus mode is enabled, check its settings to ensure message notifications are allowed.
3. Restart Your iPhone
- Press and hold the side button and either volume button until the power-off slider appears. Turn off your iPhone, wait a few seconds, and then turn it back on.
4. Update iOS
- Go to Settings ➡️ General ➡️ Software Update and ensure your iPhone is running the latest iOS version.
5. Reset All Settings
- Go to Settings ➡️ General ➡️ Transfer or Reset iPhone ➡️ Reset ➡️ Reset All Settings This won't delete your data but will reset system settings, which might resolve the issue.
Axel F.