No notifications sound on my iPhone 16 Pro Max after iOS update

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No notifications sound on my iPhone 16 Pro Max after iOS update

iPhone 16 pro max. Was working fine until an update happened. Now notifications flash on the screen but don’t make any sound, I’ve double checked all settings and can’t get it to work. Any suggestions

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iPhone 16 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Feb 1, 2025 05:51 AM

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Feb 1, 2025 05:55 AM in response to Wkirkby

Check this, first.

Or Use and customize the Action button on iPhone - Apple Support (IN)

Then please check the following.

Check your DND status - Settings > Focus [Do Not Disturb]; Use Focus on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
Check BedTime Status - Clock App; Use Bedtime to track your sleep on your iPhone - Apple Support
Check your iPhone Sound Volume; Adjust the volume on your iPhone - Apple Support
Check Call Audio Routing; Call Audio Routing Bluetooth / Speaker / Automatic
Check Auto Answer Calls; Turn off Auto Answer Calls
Check the list of Blocked Numbers --> Block phone numbers, contacts, and emails on your iPhone ...

Notification Preview when Screen is Locked, Notification Alerts, Notification OFF, and much more...

To get Notifications when the Screen is locked see the pic below which is self-explanatory
To turn ON notifications selectively for apps, go to Settings > Notifications > Scroll Down to the App and turn ON notifications... Change notification settings on iPhone - Apple Support (IN)
Some apps have their own notification settings over and above the iOS notification settings: An example of Instagram Notification settings is given below
Help for Notification Alerts --> No Notification Alerts - Apple Community