i updated to IOS 26 (regretting it) and now I can no longer use my voice to create a text. The microphone turns blue but it captures nothing. Any ideas?
iPhone 16e, iOS 26
Go to the Settings app on your iPhone. Tap General, then tap Keyboard. Turn off Enable Dictation. See alsoCommands for dictating text on ...
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There is nothing to regret if voice to text stopped working after an update is purely coincidental, and it surely is not iOS 26.x because...
These issues are 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.
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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.
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You may try --> Use the onscreen keyboard with VoiceOver on iPhone
Voice-to-text not working after iOS 26 update
