iPhone automatically answers incoming calls after iOS update
I just updated my phone to the 26.2 IOS. Now my phone answers incoming calls automatically. I have checked all the settings and everything is correct. HELP!!!
iPhone 16 Pro, iOS 26
I just updated my phone to the 26.2 IOS. Now my phone answers incoming calls automatically. I have checked all the settings and everything is correct. HELP!!!
iPhone 16 Pro, iOS 26
It's not always the iOS update's fault! Many things can cause phone problems. If you tell people you think it's an iOS update, it might make it harder to fix or find a solution for the real issue.

Remember, the right question often leads to the solution!

Was/Is your device Jailbroken? If that's the situation, please be informed that attributing the issues to iOS updates may not be accurate.

iOS updates aim to enhance user experience, boost security, and fix bugs rather than disrupt core features. The majority of the issues after updates might stem from underlying, unmentioned factors. Updates won't typically alter personal data but may refine settings or features. Backup before major updates for safety. Review Apple's update details and backup advice for a smooth process.
Kindly consider checking your settings and addressing any device issues before attributing the issue to external factors. This could be a pure coincidence that the iOS update affected the iPhone functions.
Before initiating a standard iOS update, it's advisable to create a backup. Have you completed this step? If yes, proceed with the restoration from the backup.

See what each update does: OS — iOS 26, About iOS 18 Updates, About iOS 17 Updates, About iOS 16 Updates, About iOS 15 Updates, About iOS 14 Updates, About iOS 13 Updates, About iOS 12 Updates, and so on...
I am having the exact same issue! I had a friend call while I was in THERAPY and it auto-answered and she was on the line for 3 minutes! Thankfully she couldn’t totally hear, but what the heck!
My accessibility settings are correct and this started after the most recent update.
Any advice? Has anyone contacted Apple?
If your settings are as described as above and this was a one off, I would not be concerned, but if you want to contact apple then... https://apple.com/feedback
Settings > Accessibility > Touch > Call Audio Routing > Auto Answer Call [Off]
iPhone automatically answers incoming calls after iOS update