No more missed alarms: How to crank up your iPhone’s alarm volume

Make your iPhone alarm louder so you don't oversleep

Kurt 'CyberGuy' Knutsson walks through the steps to raise your iPhone alarm volume.

We’ve all been there — oversleeping because we didn’t hear our phone alarm. If your iPhone alarm volume seems too low, don’t worry. I’ll walk you through the steps to make it louder.

A woman holding an iPhone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)

How to update your iPhone's software

Before adjusting alarm settings, ensure that your iPhone’s software is up to date. Follow these steps:

Open Settings
Tap on General
Select Software Update
If an update is available, tap Update Now
Your iPhone will reboot to complete the latest iOS version

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Steps to update your iPhone’s software (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)

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How to adjust the alarm volume on an iPhone

Now, let’s focus on changing the alarm volume:

Open Settings
Scroll down and tap on Sounds & Haptics
Look for Ringtone and Alerts at the top
Adjust the volume slider as needed

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Steps to adjust the alarm volume on an iPhone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)

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Kurt's key takeaways

By following these simple steps, you can ensure that your iPhone alarm wakes you up promptly. Remember to update your software and customize your alarm volume to your preference.

In what ways do you think Apple could enhance the iPhone's alarm or notification system to serve your needs better? Let us know by writing us at Cyberguy.com/Contact

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