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August 17, 2026

why can people hear me on the phone

  • August 17, 2026
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When i ring people I can hear them but they cant hear me 

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    Owethu M
    iD Mobile Employee
    iD Mobile Employee
    August 19, 2026

    Hi ​@Mini me

     

    Thank you for reaching out, and I'm sorry to hear that you're experiencing issues with your calls. I understand how frustrating it is when you can hear the other person but they can't hear you.

     

    This can sometimes be caused by a poor or unstable network connection, the handset switching between 4G and 5G during the call, a microphone or handset setting issue, or a temporary network/SIM issue.

     

    Please try the following troubleshooting steps:

    • Restart your handset and allow a few minutes for it to reconnect to the network.
    • Turn Airplane Mode on for around 30 seconds, then switch it off to refresh the network connection.
    • Set your handset to 4G only, as this can provide a more stable calling connection in some areas.
    • Check that your handset's microphone isn't blocked or covered, and remove any case or screen protector that may be interfering with it.
    • Check your handset's microphone permissions and make sure the Phone app has permission to use the microphone.
    • If you're using a physical SIM, switch the handset off, remove and reinsert the SIM, then restart the device.
    • If Wi-Fi Calling is enabled, temporarily switch it off and test another call. You can switch it back on afterwards if there is no improvement.
    • Try making a call from another location to see whether the issue is specific to one area.
    • If possible, test the SIM in another compatible, unlocked handset. This can help determine whether the issue is related to the SIM/network or your handset.

    If you're still able to hear callers but they cannot hear you after completing these steps, please contact us via Live Chat. Our team can complete the necessary security checks and investigate the service further.

     

    Owethu