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iPhone 13 ear speaker not working after update

iPhone ear speaker not working after updating my iPhone 13

The ear speaker on my iPhone 13 suddenly stopped working. I’ve updated my software 26.1 but that didn’t fix it.

iPhone 13, iOS 26

Posted on Nov 19, 2025 3:52 AM

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Ingo2711

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Posted on Nov 19, 2025 5:22 AM

To rule out, that the iOS software caused the issue, reset the iPhone to factory settings, and in case the backup data is corrupt, set it up as a new device and test the ear speaker again.

Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings using a computer - Apple Support

If the speaker works after that, restore from the latest backup and test again.

In case the speaker does not work after setting it up as a new device, this is a hardware issue and the iPhone has to be serviced:

Apple - Support - iPhone Repair and Service

You can also get the iPhone inspected by an Authorised Apple Service Provider next to your place.

Apple - Find Locations

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