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Apple Acknowledges iPhone Alarm Issue, Promises Fix

After widespread complaints, Apple confirms a glitch in 'Attention Aware' feature causing silent alarms, with a solution in the works.

iPhone users have complained about a glitch with their phones which results in alarms not functioning properly.
Apple is reportedly aware of an issue that is causing some people's iPhones not to make alert sounds when an alarm goes off, and it's working on a fix.
iPhone alarms aren't working properly for some.
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Overview

  • Apple has officially recognized a bug causing iPhone alarms to malfunction, particularly due to the 'Attention Aware' setting.
  • Users report alarms going off without sound, leading to missed appointments and late arrivals.
  • The issue can be temporarily resolved by adjusting settings, specifically by disabling the 'Attention Aware Features' in the device.
  • Apple advises checking ringtone volume and ensuring 'Do Not Disturb' settings are correctly configured to prevent silent alarms.
  • The company is actively working on a permanent software fix to address the alarm glitch, though no specific timeline for the update has been provided.