Muffled audio can come from moisture, debris, a blocked case, software settings or actual hardware damage.
What to do
- Remove the case and inspect the speaker opening.
- Test several audio sources to rule out an app or recording issue.
- If the problem followed water exposure, try the water-eject tool.
Important: Sound cannot repair hardware damage. If the phone was heavily submerged, will not power on normally, becomes hot, or remains distorted after drying, follow the manufacturer’s service guidance.
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