Smartphones from popular Chinese companies boast loud and high-quality sound. The sound is quite enough for everyday tasks such as watching videos and listening to music. But sometimes, there are situations where the speaker on Xiaomi does not work. Today we will tell you how to restore the functionality of the speakers, not only physically but also by software. And we will also discuss why the sound can deteriorate when talking and how to avoid this.
Why did the main (lower) speaker on Xiaomi stop working
To begin with, let’s find out the reasons why the sound from the smartphone is interrupted. Usually, problems arise after a mechanical impact on the phone. But there are software errors that are quite hard to solve.
Mechanical failure
Have you noticed that the speaker began to work poorly after a blow or falling into water? Do not ignore these factors because they may be to blame for the broken performance.
Moisture ingress
It is strictly recommended not to approach the source of water (bathrooms, faucets, beaches) with phones. Exceptions are mobile devices with special moisture protection.
If such a situation does occur, immediately dry the speaker grid under the minimum jet of a hair dryer and wipe with a lint-free cloth. Use a cotton swab to clean all connectors gently.
Do you still see obvious noises and pops during audio playback? This means that the water got much deeper, and it is necessary to remove the case from the smartphone for detailed cleaning. Then be sure to remove the battery and thoroughly dry each part.
Clogging connectors
Sometimes foreign objects get into the headphone port, jamming the contacts. Thus, the device begins to think that a headset is connected to it. Accordingly, the sound does not come through headphones or smartphones.
The solution here is simple. Take a wooden toothpick and gently clean the 3.5 mm port in a circular motion. You should not use metal or sharp objects for cleaning.
Impact
One of the most trivial causes of the speakers’ inoperability is the smartphone’s strong impact on a hard surface. In the best case, the wires just come off. In the worst case – the parts are completely broken off (you need to replace the speaker). Similar is the case with a heavy object that can fall on the smartphone.
Try slamming the phone lightly on the case or tossing it on a soft surface. In some cases, this helps to bring back the sound, but only for a short time. Do not overdo it, or you will make the situation worse.
Software failure
Not always the sound disappears due to a mechanical failure. The hardware can also be to blame: incorrect updates, viruses, and brakes. So now, let’s take a closer look at each possible software failure.
Another MIUI update
Xiaomi developers are famous for frequent updates of the branded shell. Of course, this is a definite plus and a clear advantage for the company, but updates often hurt. This is especially noticed by users who have installed the developer’s firmware.
The global build is less prone to bugs, but the weekly one can cause a lot of trouble. Have you noticed that the speaker is quiet after the update, or is the sound lost altogether? Roll back to a previous version and wait for a good global update.
Factory Reset
The standard factory reset also helps. It is especially relevant if the phone does not work, breaks, or freezes. Try clearing unnecessary information and reducing multitasking, easing the burden on RAM.
How to figure out what’s causing the lack of sound
Often users can not figure out what caused the speakers to stop working. There seems to be no serious mechanical damage, and the update is ordinary. Understanding the cause of poor sound is sometimes difficult, even for specialists. And yet, at home, you can pay attention to such moments:
- If the speaker is broken, the sound may be completely absent: no noise, no crackle, no echo, just silence.
- With software errors, the sound appears and disappears. It can be very quiet or hoarse or sometimes extremely loud.
- Do you notice the fluctuations in the conversation? Everything seems to be fine, but as soon as you put the screen to your ear, there were strange sounds and noises. This is a software malfunction.
The speaking speaker does not work
There is no simple answer to this question because after reading many pages of forums, there are 2 classic problems:
- Mechanical failure
- Software bug
If you notice that the speaker stopped working when talking – then you need to remember what happened to your smartphone before. Many people write that the problem appeared after the next update, the solution – wait for a new one.
If the top speaker stopped working for no apparent reason – then use some tips that helped forum members XDA and MIUI:
- Reboot the phone.
- Full discharge and charge.
- Put the latest update.
How to repair or replace the speaker yourself
Are you sure that the cause of the breakdown is mechanical, but you do not want to go to a service center? With good technical knowledge, it is possible to repair the device at home.
As mentioned above, a step-by-step guide for disassembly your smartphone is in our separate material. Here we also duplicate the brief information:
- First, be sure to remove the tray with the sim card. We take a special plastic spatula and loosen the cover around the perimeter. Disconnect the tape of the fingerprint scanner. Remove the panel to the side.
- Unscrew the screws that hold the protective panel. Get to the speaker itself, e.g., the top one.
- Check the condition of the contacts. If necessary, clean them with a common office eraser or burn them with a soldering iron/hot blow dryer.
- If necessary, replace the existing speaker with a new one. You can buy this part at any reputable online store.
Why the second speaker does not work on Xiaomi phones
Many users are surprised and will not understand why only one speaker works on the Xiaomi smartphone. It would seem that the sound should come from the two grids located at the bottom of the device. But most models have only one sound output (top or bottom speaker). The second grid on the other side is just a microphone, identical in appearance to the speaker.
It’s all individual, and the location/number of speakers is completely different on different phones. For example, the flagship Mi 8 has one sound output, while the budget Xiaomi Redmi 5 has a completely different one.
To find out whether your mobile device has a second speaker, check the official specifications of the device on the manufacturer’s website.
What to do if the main speaker has become quiet
We wrote several articles on improving the sound of the working speakers. Are you experiencing problems when talking? Can you hardly hear the person you are talking to? Do you hear extraneous sounds on the line? Then take a look at our new article.
A more comprehensive article will also show you how to improve the sound using root rights or the engineering menu. For model-specific information, visit specific technology forums like XDA.
Today we discussed a very well-known malfunction encountered by many users. Now you know what to do if the speaker does not work on your Xiaomi phone.
