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Several iPhone X Owners Experiencing 'Crackling' or 'Buzzing' Sounds From Earpiece Speaker
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These types of statements have no credibility. I have owned plenty a first GEN devices that have never had problems. And just because you read about some issues on a tech forum, doesn't mean that everybody in the world is experiencing those issues. It's just reported here, because that's where others congregate to discuss what other issues they have located with their phones too. Technology is not perfect regardless if it's a first GEN device.
I’ve bought every single iPhone at launch. Can’t say I regret owning any of them “early.”
Thank you to those (such as yourself) who think that buying early is some kind of grave error. Makes it easier for the rest of us to get our new phones!
No issues on my X. Just tried blasting some music and a YouTube video.
The phones are so loud these days, I never use them at max volume anyway.
The phones are so loud these days, I never use them at max volume anyway.
The crack marketing team is back.
A limited but increasing number of iPhone X owners claim to be experiencing so-called "crackling" or "buzzing" sounds emanating from the device's front-facing earpiece speaker at high or max volumes.
Over two dozen users have said they are affected in a MacRumors discussion topic about the matter, while similar reports have surfaced on Twitter and Reddit since the iPhone X launched just over a week ago.
On affected devices, the crackling sounds occur with any kind of audio playback, including phone calls, music, videos with sound, alarms, and ringtones. The issue doesn't appear to be limited to any specific iPhone X configuration or iOS version.
"Love the phone but I was wondering if anyone has had any issues with the speakers slightly sounding a little crackling whenever max volume," said one MacRumors forum member with the alias ShadowYYZ. "Noticeable on certain songs and even my ring tone which was bought from the iTunes Store."
For those unaware, the iPhone X's earpiece doubles as a speaker that combines with the traditional speaker at the bottom of the device to deliver stereo sound. Both the iPhone 7 and iPhone 8 series also have stereo speakers.
MacRumors hasn't been able to reproduce the issues described. Apple didn't immediately respond to our request for comment on the matter.
While the sounds could be the result of distortion, especially since they occur at higher volumes only, several users are convinced that there could be a bigger software or hardware issue affecting the earpiece.
"I listen to a lot of music on the speakers of the iPhone X and I noticed the slight crackle right away," replied another MacRumors forum member who goes by the username Benz63amg. "Since so many of us seem to experience this crackle then my assumption is that it's software related rather than hardware."
A few months ago, several iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus owners experienced a similar "static noise" issue with the earpiece during phone calls. Apple acknowledged the issue and fixed it in iOS 11.0.2.
Since the crackling sounds on iPhone X don't appear to be limited to phone calls, it's unclear if the issues are related.
Apple has been replacing affected iPhone X units free of charge, according to customers who contacted the company. Apple also appears to be collecting diagnostic information so that its engineers can investigate the matter, as it routinely does with any potential software or hardware issues.
Like the green lines affecting some iPhone X displays, this is an isolated issue affecting a very low percentage of the millions of devices being manufactured. The majority of iPhone X owners do not appear to be affected.
If you experience this problem, we recommend booking a Genius Bar appointment with the Apple Support app or contacting Apple via phone, email, online chat, or Twitter to have your iPhone X replaced. Apple is known for providing good customer service, and it is often genuinely helpful in these situations.
Article Link: Several iPhone X Owners Experiencing 'Crackling' or 'Buzzing' Sounds From Earpiece Speaker
The crack marketing team is back.
I just played some Taylor Swift songs on max. It sounded awful, but no crackling!
I never look at the ‘problem pages’ just after buying a new phone as you inevitably hunt for a fault which isn’t on your device. I noticed the speaker crackle rite out of the box. Yes the speakers are much louder than the 7+,which may be the issue - just asking too much of them. It all depends on what ur watching/listening too and on most occasions I woundnt be using the volume above 80%. I had also satisfied myself that it was just the way the speakers were but after watching a few other older tv shows I have, even at < 80% volume the top speaker booms and is unclear. My 7+ doesn’t do this. Mmm... thinking of a return now but really can’t be arsed with the hassle.
ok you must have a hardware problem then since the speakers of the iphon x and 8 are best in class (until razer phone) even at max
Everyone is trying to get headlines with this product. People making face masks to fool Face ID, breaking the glass, crackling speakers, lines, etc. No one made crazy look alike masks when smashing started using facial recognition.
Spot on . I really can't believe that people are learning in 2017 that speakers on max volume hiss/distort. Shrug
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But let’s stick it on the front page because it will be a good way to get clicks on a Sunday.
Yeah.....you nailed it. Unless it's something other than hissing/distortion
Don’t even bother wasting your time engaging the “hit and run” commenters. They just like to post a snarky one-liner and then disappear to watch people get riled up from the sidelines.
I haven't turned it all the way up, but I have to say the iPhone X speaker sounds damn good.
I guess he ment his speakers are fine, but taylor swift sounds awful anyway xD
*laughed at this comment*
This phone has been nothing but issue after issue since it's unveiling. Honestly, it just comes across as a cheap Chinese Galaxy knock off at this point. Especially with that horrendous display intrusive notch. It's still shocking that Apple users have accepted such a horrible design feature. These are the same users who have for years touted Apple's smart and practical designs. How can anyone continue to make excuses for this extremely overpriced device. Consumers need to expect much more and much better from any OEM when handing over their money, or they just end up ruining it for the rest of us. By that I mean, the OEM realizes they can put their brand on any piece of junk and sell it because of the blind follower they have locked in ready to buy no matter what. SMH.
I had this on two consecutive speakerphone calls and wondered what was happening- turned down volume and it improved. Does the speakerphone use the earpiece speaker?
Thanks in advance for your reply.
Thanks in advance for your reply.
Why? if it's an audio hardware issue then software has nothing to do with it.