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November 20, 2025 22 mins

Ever wondered why your iPhone's sound isn't as loud as you expect, or your AirPods seem capped? Mikah Sargent uncovers the hidden settings that could be hindering your listening experience.

  • Managing silent mode and status bar indicators on newer iPhones
  • Switching audio input sources, including iPhone mic and AirPods
  • Fine-tuning ringtone and alert volume controls for less disruption
  • "Change with buttons" explained: separation of media and alert volumes
  • Customizing haptic feedback and vibration settings for notifications
  • Setting default sounds for ringtones, texts, voicemail, and mail alerts
  • Keyboard feedback: toggling typing sounds and haptics preference
  • Differences between iPhone and iPad haptics (limitations on iPad)
  • Controlling speaker volume limits and effects on media playback
  • Understanding "Reduce Loud Sounds" to avoid abrupt audio spikes
  • Headphone safety: adjusting reduced loud audio upper limit for AirPods
  • Headphone usage notifications & protecting hearing over seven days
  • Managing USB audio accessory settings and privacy tracking

Host: Mikah Sargent

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