Hi, I’m reaching out to report an issue with recording audio messages in iMessage on my iPhone 15 Pro, currently running iOS 27.2.
Since updating to iOS 27, I’ve experienced a progressively worsening issue with the audio recording feature in the Messages app. Initially, when I attempted to record a voice message, the recording would start, but the audio waveform would remain completely flat for approximately 5–10 seconds. During that time, my voice was not captured, and playback produced only static. After several seconds, the recording would suddenly begin picking up my voice normally.
However, the issue has now worsened to the point where iMessage no longer captures my voice at all. The waveform remains completely flat throughout the entire recording, regardless of how long I speak, and playback produces only static.
This happens with both methods of recording audio messages in iMessage: pressing and holding the audio recording button directly within a conversation and selecting the Audio option through the (+) menu. Neither method works.
I have already completed several troubleshooting steps to isolate the issue. I restarted my iPhone, ruled out Bluetooth interference, and confirmed that my microphone mode is set to Standard rather than Voice Isolation. I also verified that my iPhone is running the latest available software, iOS 27.2.
Additionally, I tested my microphone using Voice Memos, which records my voice immediately and clearly without any delay or static. Keyboard dictation also works normally and recognizes my speech immediately.