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Janekusek Author

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Why does my text notification only sound sometimes?

iPhone XR, iOS 16

Posted on May 31, 2023 6:35 AM

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SravanKrA

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Posted on May 31, 2023 7:11 AM

Please check the following.

Check your DND status - Settings > Focus [Do Not Disturb]; Use Focus on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
Check BedTime Status - Clock App; Use Bedtime to track your sleep on your iPhone - Apple Support
Check your iPhone Sound Volume; Adjust the volume on your iPhone - Apple Support
Check the device's Ringer switch; If you hear no sound or distorted sound from your iPhone, iPad, or ...
Check Call Audio Routing; Call Audio Routing Bluetooth / Speaker / Automatic
Check Auto Answer Calls; Turn off Auto Answer Calls
Check the list of Blocked Numbers --> Block phone numbers, contacts, and emails on your iPhone ...

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