Iphone Microphone Doesn't Work.

iphoneuser · iphoneuser #1 (**permalink**)

08-18-2008, 12:51 AM

i have an iphone, & a second hand user. and unlocked, using TMOBILE.
sometimes, my audio doesn't work unless i flick it.
and when the sound works, my microphone disables for some reason, so no one can hear me speak while i'm on the phone.

i was wondering if i reset it to factory settings (in which i have done), and not put my sim card in it, will there be a manufacturer's warranty still on there..

please help me

i don't know what to do.

bargsbeer · bargsbeer #2 (**permalink**)

08-18-2008, 01:27 AM

Since the phone is unlocked the warranty is void unless you virginize the phone... I would do a restore. Also I have a similar problem with my microphone. I removed the black plate and cleaned out the microphone and all was well,just dirt inside blocking sound.

iphoneuser · iphoneuser #3 (**permalink**)

08-18-2008, 09:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bargsbeer

Since the phone is unlocked the warranty is void unless you virginize the phone... I would do a restore. Also I have a similar problem with my microphone. I removed the black plate and cleaned out the microphone and all was well,just dirt inside blocking sound.

thanks. but what if i hit it a couple times...do you think i've worsened it? lol. i probably did..but i'll try cleaning it out. thankss again!

bargsbeer · bargsbeer #4 (**permalink**)

08-18-2008, 10:09 PM

No I don't think it made it worst. Make sure you follow the guide on iFixit.com before even attempting to open the iphone. Also you are talking about the microphone on the bottom,Right?

iphoneuser · iphoneuser #5 (**permalink**)

08-19-2008, 11:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bargsbeer

No I don't think it made it worst. Make sure you follow the guide on iFixit.com before even attempting to open the iphone. Also you are talking about the microphone on the bottom,Right?

yeah. thanks for your help, again and again!

bargsbeer · bargsbeer #6 (**permalink**)

08-19-2008, 11:45 PM

Just follow the guide on iFixit.com. good luck

iphoneuser · iphoneuser #7 (**permalink**)

08-20-2008, 12:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bargsbeer

Just follow the guide on iFixit.com. good luck

I opened it. and I blew out any particles that would block the sound. and nothing happened.

plus I'm a girl, so I wouldn't know what to mess with lol.

bargsbeer · bargsbeer #8 (**permalink**)

08-20-2008, 12:57 AM

On the black piece you removed.On the bottom there is a piece a fabric glued on. Try removing it,this worked for me and people could hear me. If the microphone is shot. you can buy one on ebay for less than $10.00

iphoneuser · iphoneuser #9 (**permalink**)

08-24-2008, 01:56 AM

k. I will try that. and I looked and I saw that you have an UNLOCKED iPhone 3g?..

bargsbeer · bargsbeer #10 (**permalink**)

08-24-2008, 02:30 AM

Yes I use a sim adapter ,But I would not recommend it.They lose signal a lot and are difficult to remove.

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iphoneuser #1 (permalink)
Member Since: Aug 18, 2008 Posts: 5	08-18-2008, 12:51 AM i have an iphone, & a second hand user. and unlocked, using TMOBILE. sometimes, my audio doesn't work unless i flick it. and when the sound works, my microphone disables for some reason, so no one can hear me speak while i'm on the phone. i was wondering if i reset it to factory settings (in which i have done), and not put my sim card in it, will there be a manufacturer's warranty still on there.. please help me i don't know what to do.
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bargsbeer #2 (permalink)
Member Since: Oct 22, 2007 Location: Tampa , FL Posts: 1,957 Mac Specs: 15" MBP Unibody 2.53Ghz 4GB RAM 250GB HD,VERIZON iPhone 4,SIG P238 ,iPad,6th Gen iPod NANO	08-18-2008, 01:27 AM Since the phone is unlocked the warranty is void unless you virginize the phone... I would do a restore. Also I have a similar problem with my microphone. I removed the black plate and cleaned out the microphone and all was well,just dirt inside blocking sound.
	QUOTE Thanks

bargsbeer #4 (permalink)
Member Since: Oct 22, 2007 Location: Tampa , FL Posts: 1,957 Mac Specs: 15" MBP Unibody 2.53Ghz 4GB RAM 250GB HD,VERIZON iPhone 4,SIG P238 ,iPad,6th Gen iPod NANO	08-18-2008, 10:09 PM No I don't think it made it worst. Make sure you follow the guide on iFixit.com before even attempting to open the iphone. Also you are talking about the microphone on the bottom,Right?
	QUOTE Thanks

bargsbeer #6 (permalink)
Member Since: Oct 22, 2007 Location: Tampa , FL Posts: 1,957 Mac Specs: 15" MBP Unibody 2.53Ghz 4GB RAM 250GB HD,VERIZON iPhone 4,SIG P238 ,iPad,6th Gen iPod NANO	08-19-2008, 11:45 PM Just follow the guide on iFixit.com. good luck
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bargsbeer #8 (permalink)
Member Since: Oct 22, 2007 Location: Tampa , FL Posts: 1,957 Mac Specs: 15" MBP Unibody 2.53Ghz 4GB RAM 250GB HD,VERIZON iPhone 4,SIG P238 ,iPad,6th Gen iPod NANO	08-20-2008, 12:57 AM On the black piece you removed.On the bottom there is a piece a fabric glued on. Try removing it,this worked for me and people could hear me. If the microphone is shot. you can buy one on ebay for less than $10.00
	QUOTE Thanks

iphoneuser #9 (permalink)
Member Since: Aug 18, 2008 Posts: 5	08-24-2008, 01:56 AM k. I will try that. and I looked and I saw that you have an UNLOCKED iPhone 3g?..
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bargsbeer #10 (permalink)
Member Since: Oct 22, 2007 Location: Tampa , FL Posts: 1,957 Mac Specs: 15" MBP Unibody 2.53Ghz 4GB RAM 250GB HD,VERIZON iPhone 4,SIG P238 ,iPad,6th Gen iPod NANO	08-24-2008, 02:30 AM Yes I use a sim adapter ,But I would not recommend it.They lose signal a lot and are difficult to remove.
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