Are you having trouble with your iPhone’s dictation feature not working properly? Have you tried all the usual fixes, but nothing seems to work? Don’t worry; this is a relatively common issue that can be easily fixed.
In this blog post, we will cover 10 helpful tips to help get your iPhone dictation working again. From software updates to hardware repairs and more, these steps are tailored specifically towards iOS 16 users who aren’t able to make the most of their phones’ features.
Read on if you want to know what to do if your iPhone dictation isn’t working.
Check your microphone
If you’re having trouble using dictation on your iPhone, the first thing you should do is check your microphone. To do this, open the Settings app and go to the “Sounds” section. From here, scroll down to the “Input” subsection and make sure that your microphone is turned on.
If your microphone is already on, try turning it off and then back on again. If that doesn’t work, try restarting your iPhone. If you’re still having trouble, it’s possible that there’s something wrong with your microphone itself. In this case, you may need to get it replaced by Apple or take it to an authorized repair shop.
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Check your iPhone’s silent mode
If you’re using your iPhone to dictate text and it’s not working, there are a few things you can check. First, make sure that dictation is turned on in your Settings app. Then, check to see if your iPhone is in silent mode. If it is, dictation will not work. To turn off silent mode, just flick the switch on the side of your iPhone so that the orange dot is no longer visible.
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Check Siri
Assuming you have an iPhone that supports Siri (iPhone 4s or later), you can follow these steps to check Siri:
1. Hold down the Home button on your iPhone to launch Siri.
2. Say something like “What’s the weather like today?” or “What’s the time?”
3. If Siri responds properly, then dictation should also be working properly. If Siri doesn’t respond properly, then there may be an issue with your Internet connection or with Siri itself.
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Turn off Voice Feedback in Dictation
Voice feedback is one of the features of dictation that can help you know whether your words are being registered properly.
However, there are times when this feature can become more of a hindrance than a help. If you’re in a quiet environment, for example, the last thing you want is for your iPhone to start blabbering away like Siri on steroids.
Fortunately, it’s easy to turn off voice feedback in dictation. Just follow these simple steps:
1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on General.
3. Scroll down and tap on Accessibility.
4. Scroll down again and tap on Dictation.
5. Toggle the switch next to Speak Selection to the OFF position
Turn off Enhanced Dictation
If you’re having trouble with iPhone dictation, one possible fix is to turn off Enhanced Dictation. This feature requires a constant internet connection, so if you’re in an area with poor reception or your data usage is capped, it may not work properly. To turn it off, open the Settings app and tap on General > Siri. Then, toggle off the switch for “Allow Hey Siri” and “Enhanced Dictation.”
Check for a third-party keyboard
If the iPhone dictation not working issue started after updating to iOS 14, it is possible that a third-party keyboard is causing the problem. To check for this, go to Settings > General > Keyboard. If you see a keyboard listed that you do not recognize, tap on it and then select Delete Keyboard. Once you have removed any offending keyboards, try using dictation again.
Update to the latest iOS version
If your iPhone’s dictation feature isn’t working, the first thing you should do is update to the latest version of iOS. Newer versions of iOS usually include bug fixes and performance enhancements that could resolve the issue. To update your iPhone, open the Settings app and tap on General > Software Update. If an update is available, follow the prompts to install it.
Restart your iPhone
If your iPhone’s dictation feature isn’t working, there are a few things you can try to fix the issue. First, restart your iPhone. This can often fix minor software glitches that may be causing the problem. To restart your iPhone, hold down the power button until the “Slide to Power Off” slider appears. Then, slide the slider to the right to shut off your iPhone. Once it’s off, press and hold the power button again until you see the Apple logo. Your iPhone will then restart and hopefully, the dictation feature will be working again.
Factory reset your iPhone
If you’re having trouble with iPhone dictation, one of the first things you can try is resetting your device. This will return your iPhone to its default settings and hopefully clear up any software problems that might be causing the issue. Here’s how to do a factory reset:
1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Tap General, then scroll down and tap Reset.
3. Tap Erase All Content and Settings.
4. Enter your passcode if prompted, then tap Erase iPhone.
5. Your iPhone will restart and take you through the setup process again. Once it’s finished, try using dictation again to see if the problem has been fixed.
Contact Apple Support
If you’re having trouble with dictation on your iPhone, there are a few things you can try. First, make sure that Siri is turned on in Settings > Siri & Search. If Siri is already on, try turning it off and then on again. You can also try restarting your iPhone or updating to the latest version of iOS.
If those steps don’t help, contact Apple Support. One of our experts can help you troubleshoot the issue and get dictation working again. Just give us a call at 1-800-MY-APPLE or start a chat session online. We’re here to help!
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