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Kd_Allen
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

17e speaker phone feedback.

I have a 17e. When using speakerphone the people on the other end hear an echo so bad I can’t talk with them on speaker. I’ve already tried voice isolation, resetting the phone, removing the case, adjusting the volume. I believe it’s a software issue but it’s super frustrating. How do I fix this?

Posted on Sep 29, 2026 12:04 PM

2 replies

Mac Jim ID
User level: Level 10 (105,996 points)

Sep 29, 2026 12:17 PM in response to Kd_Allen

I also have the 17e and use the speaker for phone calls at least half the time without any issues of the recipients understanding me or report hearing an echo. You can certainly have Apple perform diagnostics on your device:


There are additional troubleshooting steps you can take to try and isolate the issue:

  • Does the same thing happen when using WiFi only for a FaceTime Audio call?
  • Does this happen when calling certain people or everyone?
  • Does this happen when using the latest iOS release?


And finally, performing a Force Restart will resolve many local issues:

  • Press and quickly release Volume up
  • Press and quickly release Volume down
  • Press and HOLD Side button until the Apple logo appears. This may take up to 15 seconds while holding the Side button before you see the Apple logo and you have to ignore anything else on the screen including the Slide to Power Off prompt.
lobsterghost1
User level: Level 10 (233,174 points)

Sep 29, 2026 12:09 PM in response to Kd_Allen

Typically, if the feedback is on the end of the caller, it's their issue, not your issue. They may have some Bluetooth device connected to their phone which is causing the issue or it could be an issue with the carrier. If the feedback was on your end during a call, it would be your issue.

Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256367432