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As an audio engineer, I know how frustrating it can be when your headphones stop working on your iPhone. But don’t panic – there are several things you can try to get them working again. In this blog post, I’ll walk you through some common solutions for headphones not working on an iPhone.
Check Your Connections
The first thing to do when your headphones aren’t working on your iPhone is to check your connections. Make sure your headphones are securely plugged into your iPhone’s audio jack or Lightning port (depending on the type of headphones you have).
If your headphones are plugged in but still not working, try unplugging them and plugging them back in again. Sometimes a loose connection can cause issues with audio playback.
Check Your Volume and Settings
If your connections look good, the next step is to check your volume and settings. Here’s what to do:
- Open the “Settings” app on your iPhone.
- Tap “Sounds & Haptics”.
- Make sure the volume is turned up and not muted.
- Scroll down and make sure “Change with Buttons” is turned on.
Restart Your iPhone
If your connections and settings look good, the next step is to restart your iPhone. Here’s how to do it:
- Press and hold the side button and one of the volume buttons until the “slide to power off” slider appears.
- Drag the slider to turn off your iPhone.
- Press and hold the side button again until the Apple logo appears.
Try Another Pair of Headphones
If your iPhone still isn’t working with your headphones, try another pair of headphones to see if the issue is with your headphones or your iPhone. If the other headphones work, then the issue is likely with your original headphones and they may need to be replaced.
Final Thoughts
When your headphones aren’t working on your iPhone, it can be frustrating – but with a little troubleshooting, you can usually get them up and running again.
By checking your connections, volume, and settings, as well as restarting your iPhone and trying another pair of headphones, you can identify and fix most issues with headphones not working on an iPhone. If all else fails, you may need to consult with an experienced audio technician to help you diagnose the issue.
Thanks for reading.
Tom
I’m Tom S. Ray and I’m head mastering engineer at Audio Unity Group. I also hold a bachelor with honours degree in music from Kingston University in London, I lecture mastering to students in Edinburgh College and to my online students via my Mastering Mastery audio mastering online course.
