If people cannot hear you during calls on your RealMe 16, conversations quickly become frustrating. You may hear them clearly, but your voice sounds muffled, very low, or completely silent on their end. This problem is usually caused by microphone issues, blocked permissions, or simple settings that can be fixed without repairs.
Why People Can’t Hear You on Calls on the RealMe 16
- The microphone opening is blocked by dust, dirt, or a phone case.
- Call microphone permissions are disabled for the Phone app.
- Noise reduction or audio features are interfering with voice input.
- A third party app is using the microphone in the background.
- Temporary software glitches affecting call audio.
Check the Microphone Opening
Your RealMe 16 uses a small microphone hole at the bottom to capture your voice. If this area is blocked, your voice may not reach the caller clearly.
Inspect the bottom of the phone and remove any case.
Gently clean the microphone hole using a soft brush or dry cloth.
Make a test call and speak normally to check if audio improves.
Make Sure Microphone Permission Is Enabled
The Phone app needs microphone access to transmit your voice. If permission is denied, the other person will hear nothing.
Open Settings, and then tap Privacy.
Tap Permission manager, and then tap Microphone.
Select Phone and allow microphone access.
Disable Noise Reduction or Audio Enhancements
Some audio features can suppress your voice if they misinterpret background noise. Turning them off helps restore natural call audio.
Open Settings, and then tap Sound and vibration.
Tap Call settings, and then look for noise reduction or audio enhancement options.
Turn these features off and test another call.
Check for Apps Using the Microphone
Apps like voice recorders or messaging apps may take control of the microphone. This can interfere with call audio.
Open Settings, and then tap Privacy.
Tap Permission manager, and then tap Microphone.
Close or uninstall any app that shows recent microphone usage during calls.
Restart the Phone
A restart refreshes system services and clears temporary bugs that affect call audio. It is often enough to fix microphone problems.
Press and hold the Power key, and then tap Restart.
Wait for the phone to turn back on and reconnect to the network.
Make a test call and speak clearly.
Test Using Speakerphone
Switching to speakerphone helps determine if the issue is hardware related. If your voice sounds fine on speaker, the main microphone may not be working properly.
Make a phone call, and then tap Speaker.
Ask the other person if your voice sounds clearer.
If it does, the bottom microphone may need professional cleaning or repair.
Most call audio issues on the RealMe 16 are caused by blocked microphones or simple permission settings. Once those are corrected, call quality usually returns to normal right away.
FAQs
Why can people hear me on speakerphone but not on normal calls?
This usually means the main microphone is blocked or damaged, while the secondary microphone still works in speaker mode.
Can a phone case cause microphone problems?
Yes. Some cases block or partially cover the microphone hole, which reduces voice clarity during calls.
Should I reset my phone if nothing works?
If all fixes fail, a full reset may help, but it should be a last resort. Back up your data first, or contact RealMe support for hardware inspection.
