iOS users experiencing silent alarm issue
First reported on r/ios on June 25, 2026.
Some iOS users are reporting that their alarms are not making any noise, but the alarm banner still appears on the screen. This issue has been happening for years and is causing problems for people who rely on their alarms.
What it looks like
- silent alarm
- alarm not making noise
How to fix it
- Open the Settings app on your iOS device.
- Tap on 'Sounds' or 'Sounds & Haptics'.
- Ensure that the alarm volume is turned up.
- Check if the alarm is set to a silent mode and adjust it if necessary.
- Test your alarm to see if the issue is resolved.
Affected products
- iOS
Sources
- Silent alarm issue has practically lost me a job — reddit:r/ios
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