iPad 8th gen stuck in headphone mode despite not using headphones

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iPad 8th gen stuck in headphone mode despite not using headphones

The sound stopped working on my iPad 8th generation. I noticed that it has headphones on the soundbar now. I never use headphones.i have only used them one time for about 15 minutes and that was 3-4 months ago. How do I fix this? I have done a hard reboot, plugged in headphones several times, turned off Bluetooth, restarted a few times and did an update. Also tried to clean out port just a little bit. Please help

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Posted on Apr 22, 2025 2:21 PM

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ProustGiulio

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Apr 23, 2025 1:34 AM in response to Applecommhelp111

If you already tried (to no avail):

to perform a forced restart of your iPad
to clean the headphones output port

I suggest that you make an appointment (*) and have your device inspected at an Apple Store or AASP (Apple Authorized Service Provider) among this list:--> https://locate.apple.com/choose-country-region . After checking it out, they'll give you all the available options.

Regards

Giulio

(*) You can do it:

Online:--> Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple;
Contacting a local Apple Store or AASP among the list provided above;
Using the "Apple Store" app, available and downloadable from AppStore.

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iPad 8th gen stuck in headphone mode despite not using headphones

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