Troubleshooting Guide: How To Fix Apple Watch Microphone Not Working?

To troubleshoot an Apple Watch microphone that is not working, follow these steps:

  1. Clean the Microphone: Gently clean the microphone port, which is the lower of the two ports on the opposite side from the buttons, using a dry, lint-free cloth or a soft, dry brush if applicable.

  2. Run Water Eject: Unlock your Watch, swipe up from the home screen, tap the water drop icon, and hold the Digital Crown until the watch ejects any water, which might help clear the microphone.

  3. Restart Your Apple Watch: Turn off the Watch by holding the side button, then turn it back on by pressing the side button again. If the problem persists, try a Force Restart by pressing and holding the Side Button and the Digital Crown for at least ten seconds.

  4. Check Siri Settings: Ensure that Siri is correctly set to respond:

    • Open settings, scroll down and tap Siri.
    • Make sure the desired Siri interaction methods are toggled on (Raise to Speak, Press Home Button, and Hey Siri).
    • Enable Dictation by going to Settings > General > Keyboard.
  5. Update Your Apple Watch, and iPhone: Ensure you're on the latest watchOS and iOS versions.

  6. Re-Pair the Apple Watch: Unpair and re-pair the Apple Watch with your iPhone.

  7. Check Connection with iPhone: Ensure your Apple Watch is connected to the iPhone in the first place; a green iPhone icon on the Apple Watch indicates a successful connection.

  8. Supplementary Troubleshooting: Double-check that your Apple Watch is not in silent mode, ensure your wrist and voice are raised correctly when using "Hey Siri," and hold your Apple Watch closer to your face when talking.

  9. Contact Apple Support: If the issue persists, reach out to Apple Support or visit an Apple Store for further assistance.

Remember, follow the steps in order of their simplicity and likelihood of resolving the issue. If you've exhausted these options, consider seeking professional Apple support.