Troubleshooting Tips for When Live Listen Isn’t Working on Your iPhone

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Are you having trouble getting Live Listen to work? If so, you’re not alone. Many users have experienced issues getting Live Listen to work properly with their AirPods, AirPods Pro, AirPods Max, Powerbeats Pro or Beats Fit Pro, and other hearing devices.

Live Listen is a great feature of iOS and iPadOS that allows users to better hear conversations in noisy environments or from far away. It works by using the microphones on your device and your hearing aid to amplify the sound of the conversation while blocking out background noise. However, if your Live Listen isn’t working correctly it can be very frustrating.

The first step in troubleshooting is making sure that your hearing device appears in the device selection area of the playback controls in the Control Center. If you see a different accessory there, tap it and then select your hearing aid in the list that appears. Additionally, make sure Bluetooth is turned on and that your headphones are charged.

If you’re still having problems, try adding Live Listen to your Control Center. To do this, open the Settings app on your device and then tap the plus (+) sign next to Hearing. Then connect your AirPods or other hearing device before opening Control Center by swiping down from the top-right corner of your screen. Tap the Hearing button and then tap Live Listen to turn it on.

If you’ve tried all of these steps but still can’t get Live Listen to work correctly then there may be an issue with either your device or headphones that needs to be addressed by Apple Support or an authorized repair service provider.

We hope this guide was helpful in getting Live Listen up and running again!

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Troubleshooting Issues with iPhone Live Listen

Live Listen may not be working if your hearing aid has not been successfully paired to your iPhone. To pair your hearing aid, open the Settings app and select “Bluetooth”. On the next page, make sure Bluetooth is enabled, and then look for your hearing aid in the list of available devices. Once you have found it, select it and follow the on-screen prompts to complete the pairing process. If this does not resolve the issue, then you may need to try restarting both your phone and hearing aid.

Troubleshooting Live Listen on AirPods

Live Listen may not be working on your AirPods if Bluetooth is turned off or the headphones are not charged. In order to use Live Listen, both Bluetooth and your headphones need to be powered on and connected to your device. Additionally, you may need to check that your AirPods can support Live Listen. If you’re using an iPhone 7 or later, AirPods Pro, AirPods Max, Powerbeats Pro, or Beats Fit Pro you should have access to Live Listen. If you’re unsure whether your headphones support it or not, contact Apple Support for further instructions.

Turning Live Listen Back On

To turn Live Listen back on, open the Settings app on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. Tap the plus (+) sign next to Hearing. Connect your AirPods to your device and open Control Center by swiping down from the top-right corner of your screen. Tap the Hearing button and then tap Live Listen to enable it.

Using Live Listen with iOS 15

To use Live Listen in iOS 15, open Control Centre on your iPhone or iPod touch, or your iPad. Tap the Hearing button and then tap Live Listen. Place your device in front of the person you want to hear and adjust the volume as needed. You can also activate Live Listen with AirPods Pro, allowing you to adjust the audio settings on your device while you’re listening. With Live Listen, you can hear conversations more clearly in loud environments or if someone is speaking from a distance.

The Benefits of IOS 15 Live Listen

IOS 15 Live Listen is a feature that allows you to stream sound from the microphone on your iPhone to your Made For iPhone (MFi) hearing devices or AirPods. This can be used to help you hear better in situations where there is a lot of background noise, such as conversations in crowded areas. It works by sending the audio signal from the microphone on your iPhone to your hearing device or AirPod, which then amplifies the sound so you can hear it more clearly.

Does Live Listen Work With All Earbuds?

No, Live Listen does not work with any earbuds. It is only compatible with specific Apple products, including AirPods, AirPods Pro, AirPods Max, and Powerbeats Pro. Additionally, you can use an iPad or iPod Touch as the microphone instead of an iPhone.

Enabling Live Listen on an iPhone

To enable Live Listen on your iPhone, open the Control Center by swiping up from the bottom of the screen. Tap the Hearing button, then tap Live Listen. Place your iPhone in front of the person you want to hear and adjust the volume on your device if needed. You can also use compatible hearing aids with Live Listen to magnify sound for a better listening experience.

Conclusion

In conclusion, if Live Listen is not working on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch, it could be due to a few different reasons. Firstly, make sure that you have paired or reconnected your hearing device and that it appears in the device selection area of the playback controls in the Control Center. Secondly, ensure that Bluetooth is enabled and that your headphones are charged. Lastly, you need to add Live Listen to your Control Center by accessing Settings and tapping the plus (+) sign next to Hearing. If you still have difficulties with Live Listen after following these steps, please seek professional help for further assistance.

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James Walker has a deep passion for technology and is our in-house enthusiastic editor. He graduated from the School of Journalism and Mass Communication, and loves to test the latest gadgets and play with older software (something we’re still trying to figure out about himself). Hailing from Iowa, United States, James loves cats and is an avid hiker in his free time.