How To Fix Apple Intelligence Siri Sound Issue

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If you’ve recently upgraded to the new iPhone 16 Pro and are excited to hear the fresh Siri sound but find that it’s not making any noise, you’re not alone. Sometimes, despite turning everything up and having the right settings, the sound doesn’t play.

Here’s a simple step-by-step fix to get Siri’s sound working on your new iPhone:

Check the Silent Mode
Make sure your phone isn’t on silent. The switch on the side should be free of the orange color. If it is, flip it to turn off silent mode.
Increase the Volume
Use the volume buttons on the side of your phone to raise the volume. Keep pressing until you see the volume indicator at the top of your screen and it’s at maximum.
Turn Off Do Not Disturb
Go to Settings, then tap “Focus” or “Do Not Disturb.” Make sure it’s turned off, since this can mute notifications and sounds, including Siri.
Check Siri Settings
Head to Settings, then scroll to “Siri & Search.” Make sure that “Listen for ‘Hey Siri'” and “Press Side Button for Siri” are turned on. Also, look for the “Siri Voice” options and select the new voice if available.
Test Siri Prompt
Try activating Siri by saying “Hey Siri” or holding the side button. If you see the microphone showing but don’t hear a sound, move to the next step.
Restart Your Phone
Sometimes, a quick restart can fix sound issues. Turn off your iPhone completely, wait a few seconds, and then turn it back on.
Update iOS
Make sure your iPhone is running the latest iOS version. Go to Settings > General > Software Update. If an update is available, install it.
Check Sound Settings
Go to Settings > Sounds & Haptics. Adjust the Ringer and Alerts volume to max and disable “Change with Buttons” if it’s toggled on.

If none of these steps work, it might be a bug with the new system or hardware. Contact Apple Support for further help. Following these tips should help you enjoy the new Siri sound on your iPhone 16 Pro in no time!