Ever wondered why your iPhone's sound isn't as loud as you expect, or your AirPods seem capped? Mikah Sargent uncovers the hidden settings that could be hindering your listening experience.

• Managing silent mode and status bar indicators on newer iPhones


• Switching audio input sources, including iPhone mic and AirPods


• Fine-tuning ringtone and alert volume controls for less disruption


• "Change with buttons" explained: separation of media and alert volumes


• Customizing haptic feedback and vibration settings for notifications


• Setting default sounds for ringtones, texts, voicemail, and mail alerts


• Keyboard feedback: toggling typing sounds and haptics preference


• Differences between iPhone and iPad haptics (limitations on iPad)


• Controlling speaker volume limits and effects on media playback


• Understanding "Reduce Loud Sounds" to avoid abrupt audio spikes


• Headphone safety: adjusting reduced loud audio upper limit for AirPods


• Headphone usage notifications & protecting hearing over seven days


• Managing USB audio accessory settings and privacy tracking

Host: Mikah Sargent

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