Hey Siri keeps activating on its own without being called
Siri is too sensitive and picking up stray words that sound like Hey Siri. The easiest fix is to turn off Siri for a moment and turn it back on. If that doesn't work, you can limit when Siri listens so it only activates when you actually want it to.
When Siri activates without you calling it, the microphone is picking up words that sound like Hey Siri, or Siri's sensitivity is set too high. You can turn down the sensitivity, limit when Siri listens, or disable Hey Siri entirely if you don't use it. We'll walk you through each option.
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Turning off Siri completely instead of just turning off Hey Siri. You can still use Siri by holding the home button.
- Not re-training Siri after turning it back on. The re-training process makes it recognize your voice better.
Signs you need professional help
- If Siri is still activating after turning it off and back on, or if you think there's a microphone issue, get in touch and we'll check it out.
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