Missing notification sounds on the RealMe 16 can cause you to miss messages, alerts, or app updates. Sometimes the phone vibrates silently, and other times nothing happens at all. This issue is usually tied to sound settings, focus modes, or app-level controls, and most fixes take only a minute.
Why Your RealMe 16 Notification Sound Is Not Working
- Notification volume is turned down or muted.
- Silent mode or Do Not Disturb is enabled.
- App notifications are disabled or customized incorrectly.
- System sound settings were changed by an update.
- Bluetooth audio is connected to another device.
1. Check Notification Volume
Notification sounds depend on a separate volume slider. If it is muted, alerts will arrive silently even when media volume is high.
Open Settings, and then tap Sound and vibration.
Tap Volume, and then raise the Notification slider to a higher level.
2. Turn Off Silent Mode
Silent mode disables all notification sounds. It is easy to enable accidentally using the volume keys.
Open Settings, and then tap Sound and vibration.
Tap Silent mode, and then switch it off.
3. Disable Do Not Disturb
Do Not Disturb blocks sounds based on schedules or rules. When enabled, notifications arrive without sound unless exceptions are allowed.
Open Settings, and then tap Notifications.
Tap Do Not Disturb, and then turn it off completely.
4. Check App Notification Settings
Some apps can be set to deliver notifications silently. This often happens after app updates or permission changes.
Open Settings, and then tap Notifications.
Tap App notifications, and then select the affected app and enable sound alerts.
5. Make Sure Bluetooth Is Not Redirecting Audio
If your phone is connected to earbuds or a speaker, notification sounds may play through that device instead.
Open Settings, and then tap Bluetooth.
Turn Bluetooth off, and then test notification sounds again.
6. Restart the Phone
A restart refreshes audio services and clears temporary glitches. It is a simple step that often restores notification sounds instantly.
Open Quick Settings, and then tap the Power icon.
Tap Restart, and then wait for the phone to boot up fully.
Notification sound issues on the RealMe 16 are usually caused by muted settings or background modes. Once volume, focus controls, and app permissions are corrected, alerts should play normally again.
FAQs
Why do calls ring but notifications stay silent?
Calls and notifications use different volume channels. Notification volume may be muted even if ringtone volume is high.
Can a single app lose notification sound while others work?
Yes. Apps have individual notification settings, and sound can be disabled for one app only.
Will resetting sound settings delete my data?
No. Adjusting or resetting sound settings only affects audio behavior and does not remove apps or files.
