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Speaker not working on Samsung phone

There are a few things that can cause issues with the speaker while you are on call or listening to audio playback through your Galaxy phone. For example, there could be an external device where the audio is being redirected. It's also possible that a software problem or physical damage is causing the issue.

  • STEP 1
  • STEP 2
  • STEP 3
  • STEP 4

Do basic troubleshooting for the speakers

If you use the Fingerprint security feature, the phone will require the backup password to unlock after rebooting.

  1. Remove external devices

    • Remove anything plugged into the headphone jack, including selfie sticks, charms, etc.

    • Remove any third-party cases, protective films, skins, adhesives, or any other accessory that usually comes in contact with your phone.

    • Disable Bluetooth by swiping down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings. Tap the Bluetooth icon to turn off Bluetooth.

  2. Restart the phone.

    Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds until the Power menu pops up. Tap Power off.

    On phones without a dedicated power button, swipe down with two fingers from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings. Tap the Power icon at the top of the screen, and then tap Power off.

    Once the phone shuts down, wait 30 seconds, and then press the Power button to power on your phone.

  3. Dry your phone if it has gotten wet.

    Audio problems can occur if there is water in the speaker.

    If your device has gotten wet, dry it off right away and try to remove as much water as possible. Be sure to pat the earpiece (at the top front of the phone), the primary microphone (at the bottom of the phone), external speaker (also at the bottom of the phone), and the USB port with a clean, soft cloth.

    Do not expose the phone to salt water or ionized water. If your phone is exposed to salt water, wash the phone with fresh water, and then dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. Otherwise, when it dries, salt may accumulate and block the primary microphone, earpiece, or external speaker.

  4. Test the speaker.

    Use the Volume buttons while playing music to ensure the sound is not muted. If the sound quality is fine, then your speaker is working normally, and one of the external devices you removed was causing the problem.

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