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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.

  • 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.
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