Apple Watch Series 7 Microphone

I am new to this forum but have been lurking for a long time. So my problem is…. I have a 6 month old Apple Watch Series 7 cellular version and randomly the microphone quits working. I have been through every fix I can find on every forum I can come across. I have updated to the latest software (9.3?) and still randomly throughout the day the microphone stops working. The microphone symbol shows in the top right but still does not work. I can’t use Siri, answer calls, voice to text or any function that requires a microphone. The only way to bring the microphone back to functioning is to restart the watch. I have tried it on 3 different iPhones (12 pro, 12 pro max, 14 pro max) and still the same issue. Also I have taken it to an Apple Store (2 hours away) and they verified the problem then sent it to the “repair depot”. I received my watch back with a note saying could not duplicate and lo and behold same problem as before. I contacted Apple again and went through the steps again and they said I had to send it back for repair again. So I did and got the same response (could not duplicate). I will have my watch back tomorrow and I am at a loss as to what to do. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Sorry for the long post. Thanks in advance!

Apple Watch Series 7

Posted on Jan 26, 2023 02:48 PM

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Posted on Jan 28, 2023 05:49 PM

Thank you for your suggestions. But unfortunately no fix. It shows the microphone e on and not muted but does not pick up voice or any noise.

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Jan 30, 2023 02:14 PM in response to Smitty-Mike

Thank you for your patience, Smitty-Mike,

and for your perseverance in working through everything suggested.

Sorry we haven't come up with a solution.


If you wish, you check whether your watch is still under warranty:

How to find the serial number or IMEI for your Apple Watch - Apple Support


You can enter the serial number on the webpage below, to see what info is available.

Check Your Service and Support Coverage - Apple Support


One stop for technical support, Apple hardware service, and software support.  

Call Apple Support at 1-800-APLCARE


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You might want to reach out to the Apple Watch Support Team.

There is a "Get Support" link (scroll to the very bottom) on their webpage (link below)

Apple Watch - Official Apple Support

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Apple Watch Series 7 Microphone

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