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How do I get disable the “voice control is no longer listening” banner. It briefly blocks ability to answer calls or search. Thank you

iPhone 16e, iOS 26

Posted on Feb 28, 2026 8:29 AM

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Axel Foley

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Posted on Feb 28, 2026 2:57 PM

The “Voice Control is no longer listening” banner appears because classic Voice Control is turned on. You can remove the banner completely by turning Voice Control off:

Settings ➡️ Accessibility ➡️ Voice Control ➡️ Turn Off

If you still want Siri but not Voice Control, make sure only Siri is enabled under Settings ➡️ Accessibility ➡️ Side Button.

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Axel Foley

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Feb 28, 2026 2:57 PM in response to Kelly9449N

The “Voice Control is no longer listening” banner appears because classic Voice Control is turned on. You can remove the banner completely by turning Voice Control off:

Settings ➡️ Accessibility ➡️ Voice Control ➡️ Turn Off

If you still want Siri but not Voice Control, make sure only Siri is enabled under Settings ➡️ Accessibility ➡️ Side Button.

Axel F.

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