Mic is used by Accessibility since update 26.2.1 and can’t get it turned off

Mic is on in background - is being used by Accessibility since update 26.2.1 on my iPhone 14 even though all has been turned off. I have toggled off all ‘enabled’ in all areas in Accessibility. I have restarted several times. Any other ideas?

Posted on Jan 30, 2026 4:19 AM

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Feb 1, 2026 10:50 PM in response to Max9821

Open Control Center, and at the top, you'll see the icon for the camera or microphone and which app was using it most recently.


If Control Center displays “Unknown Device” next to the microphone or camera indicator, it may indicate that an accessory connected via Lightning, USB-C, or Bluetooth — such as an external microphone, webcam, or certain headsets — is requesting audio or video input, but iOS is unable to fully identify the device.



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Feb 1, 2026 10:49 PM in response to Max9821

Mic 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.



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...



Mic is used by Accessibility since update 26.2.1 and can’t get it turned off

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