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nicu178
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

iPhone 18 Pro Max speakers are quieter with less bass

the spikers on 18 pro max soud clear but quieter compared 17 pro max and with less bass

Posted on Oct 9, 2026 1:15 AM

1 reply

WheelieNick
User level: Level 9 (74,110 points)

Oct 9, 2026 4:53 AM in response to nicu178

Have you tried to force restart your iPhone to see if the issues persist?


  1. Press and quickly release the volume up button.
  2. Press and quickly release the volume down button.
  3. Press and hold the side button.
  4. When the Apple logo appears, release the side button.


Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256372969