If Siri stops listening, responds with texts, or doesn’t respond to “Hey, Siri!” there are some easy fixes you can try to get your digital assistant up and running.
Causes of Siri Not Working
There are several reasons behind a malfunctioning Siri, including not speaking clearly, having the wrong language setting, Wi-Fi issues, or problems with your iPhone. Many solutions are easy fixes that will soon have Siri at your beck and call once again.
How to Fix It When Siri’s Not Working
These troubleshooting sections are divided into general Siri malfunction fixes, specific fixes to try when Siri responds with texts instead of speaking to you, and issues using the “Hey, Siri!” command.
General Siri Malfunction Fixes
Try these troubleshooting steps in the order presented to get Siri up and running again.
When Siri Responds With Texts
Another common problem is Siri responding with texts on the iPhone screen instead of speaking to you. If this happens, there may be an issue with your device’s sound or other settings.
When “Hey, Siri!” Won’t Work
For iPhone versions 7 and newer, you can activate Siri using your voice without being connected to power by saying, “Hey Siri!” If this feature isn’t working, there are a few issues that could be to blame.
