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IPHONE ALARMS NOW RING LOUD EVEN WHEN MUTED

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
MON, SEP 7, 2026

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Apple's latest update fixes a long-standing issue where lowered iPhone volume settings would silence alarms. Users can now ensure their alarms sound at full volume regardless of call or notification muting.

iPhone users have historically faced a frustrating problem: setting the device to vibrate or lowering volume before bed would inadvertently silence morning alarms, leading to missed wake-up calls. Apple's new update addresses this gap in functionality. The alarm system now operates independently from the device's general volume controls, ensuring alarms ring at maximum volume even when the mute switch is enabled or the volume is turned down. This change applies to both the standard Clock app alarms and system alerts. Users maintain full control over volume settings for calls and notifications without affecting alarm reliability. The fix represents a quality-of-life improvement for iOS users who depend on their phones as primary alarm clocks. No additional configuration is required; the feature works automatically on updated devices.

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