If my phone is on vibrate and sitting on my desk, I can't hear or feel it ringing. Big problem. The vibrate on my old 4s was better. Is there a solution to this problem.
iPhone 6s, iOS 9.1
The vibration is different on the iPhone 6s versus the iPhone 4s. The 4s used a vibration motor, the 6s uses haptic engine, like the Apple watch. It operates differently. You can go into the Settings area and increase the length of the vibration, or create a custom vibration pattern. There is no other way to change it. I've noticed that I can hear mine vibrate on the desk because of the way it sits. If lying on its back, it is not level on the desk because of the camera lens and I hear it vibrate against the desktop. You might want to experiment with vibration patterns and see if you can find one to go along with the ringtone that would better suit your needs.
Thanks for the info. I've tried adjusting the vibration patterns or creating a custom vibration to no avail. I've also tried resting it on my desk in different positions. Nothing works. It's annoying to have the ringer on which will disturb colleagues, but the vibration is useless unless I keep it in my pocket all the time. Biggest flaw that I've found in the phone so far. I heard that the iPhone 5 or 6 was too loud/disruptive, but I found the 4s to be just right. Why mess with something that worked? Like I said, this vibrate mode is almost useless.
You can provide feedback to Apple regarding your opinion of the change to the Haptic Engine by going to the feedback page http://www.apple.com/feedback and then click on the appropriate subject area.
I find the change to be completely opposite. For short vibration patterns, the old vibration motor never had the chance to get to full strength, while the haptic engine starts out at full, since it is not a spinning motor like the old one. But then, to each his own, and all are entitled to their opinions.
Maybe it's an issue with my individual phone because I can't imagine anyone finding this vibrate mode to be better or useful. Probably makes sense to stop by a store and see if it's a defect in my phone. Thanks.
You are more than welcome to do that. If you feel it is not correct. You can try some of the devices there at the Apple Store to compare to yours, and the Genius Bar will examine your device, and if there is a problem, they will explain your options.
Yes. Get the kickstand phone holder and while on the desk make sure the kickstand is up. The vibrate will be as loud as ever.
Is there a way to increase the vibration intensity on the iPhone 6s?
