How do I stop incoming calls going straight to VM?

Since the last update my phone doesn't always ring. Sometimes it sends callers straight to VM before I ever get a chance to answer it. What is the fix? NO, IT'S NOT ON SILENT.

iPhone 11 Pro Max, iOS 26

Posted on Feb 11, 2026 7:45 AM

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Posted on Feb 11, 2026 7:57 AM

Please follow this path,


iPhone > Settings > scroll down > Apps > Phone > scroll down > Unknown Callers > disable, if it is disabled, please momentarily enable and then disable again.


Restart your device and issue should be resolved.


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How do I stop incoming calls going straight to VM?

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