On iPhone 16 and later, the Audio Mix setting in Photos can change how a recorded video’s sound is balanced.
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Why does my iPhone video sound muffled?
Short answerA case, finger or debris covering the microphone, wind, or being too far from the sound. Check the case isn’t blocking the mic holes, clean them gently with a soft brush, and move closer to whoever’s speaking.
Answered by Con, founder of Music Wide Selfie. Updated 22 October 2026. Where something depends on your iPhone or iOS version, we say so.
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