A low-intensity audio output from your phone’s speaker is more of an annoyance during the summer than at any other period of the year. The background sounds of the ceiling fan, cooler, and AC can easily drown out the weak audio output from your device. The speakers on your smartphone aren’t designed to fill the room, which compounds the problem at hand. Luckily, there are some hacks you can use to improve the situation. In this article, we bring you the top 7 ways to make your Android phone’s speaker louder.
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Why is my Android phone’s speaker producing a low output?
Your phone’s hardware, especially the speaker unit, can wear out over time, leading to a drop in performance. However, if you’re facing the ‘low audio output’ problem on a relatively newer phone, it could be due to the following reasons:
- Accumulation of dirt, grime, or moisture on the speaker unit
- Obstruction of the speaker by the phone cover
- Lack of a stereo speaker
- Weird positioning of the smartphone
- Faulty equaliser settings
- Hardware damage
Adjust the position of your phone
It is important to know the position of the speaker grille on your phone. This grille houses the primary speaker and is generally located on the bottom edge of the device. If you own an entry-level or a lower midrange smartphone, it is likely that this is the only source of audio output on your device. Upper midrange and flagship phones have a secondary speaker on the top edge as well. On some devices, the earpiece may double up as the secondary speaker.
If your phone is struggling to produce a loud audio output, always make sure that the primary speaker is pointing towards you. This will focus the audio on you and will limit the loss in intensity to the surroundings.
Make sure the speaker isn’t obstructed
If you notice a drop in loudness while gaming, it is likely because your palm is obstructing the primary speaker grille. Flip the phone or use a different position to play the game. You may want to cup your palm around the grille to louden the audio output. Taking off the phone cover helps as well.
Clean the speaker
If your phone took a dip or was exposed to water splashes, its audio output must have taken a hit. When water droplets settle on the speaker’s membrane, it vibrates at a lower frequency, leading to a lower output. Use a third-party app like Dry Speaker to remove the moisture from the speaker grille on your phone.
Accumulation of dirt and grime on the speaker’s membrane can also cause a drop in audio intensity. Use a needle to unsettle the dirt from the speaker. Be careful that you’re gentle with the needle or you’ll end up permanently damaging the membrane. The idea is to scrape the dirt particles from the grille. Once that’s done, tap your phone gently on a solid surface to remove the unsettled particles.
Use an empty bowl to create an acoustic box
If you’re looking for an easy hack to make your Android phone’s speaker louder, an empty bowl should do the trick. Place your phone inside the bowl but make sure the speaker grille isn’t pressing against its surface. This will create an acoustic chamber that will heighten the volume of the audio output. You can also fashion a box out of an empty paper towel bowl by making a cutout wide enough to rest your phone.
Enable Dolby Atmos
If your phone supports Dolby Atmos, enable it to improve the audio output. Here’s how you can go about it.
Step 1: Go to Settings and select Sounds and vibration.
Step 2: Tap on Sound quality and effects.
Step 3: Turn on the toggle switches for Dolby Atmos and Dolby Atmos for gaming.
You can also enable this feature from the Quick Settings Menu on your Android phone.
Use the Equaliser
If your phone lets you customise the sound equaliser, use it to create a personalised profile that boosts your preferred frequencies. Here’s how you can find the equaliser on your phone.
Step 1: Go to Settings and select Sounds and vibration.
Step 2: Tap on Sound quality and effects.
Step 3: Tap on Equaliser.
Step 4: Select one of the presets or create a customised profile.
Set a custom volume limit (Samsung)
Samsung smartphones let you push the volume limit beyond its highest value. Here’s how you can do it.
Step 1: Go to Settings and select Sounds and vibration.
Step 2: Tap on Volume.
Step 3: Hit the ellipses in the top right corner of the screen.
Step 4: Tap on Media volume limit.
Step 5: Turn on the toggle switch and use the slider to set a new custom limit.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Are there any third-party apps to increase my phone’s volume?
There are several third-party apps that claim to increase your phone’s volume, but they aren’t reliable and may push malware on your device. No app can surpass the ceiling imposed by your phone’s hardware.
How do I make my Android phone’s speaker louder?
To improve the intensity of your phone’s audio output, remove its case and make sure the speaker is clean and unobstructed. Go through its sound settings and turn on Dolby Atmos. You can also try hacks like placing the phone in an empty bowl to create an acoustic chamber around it.
Does my phone have a secondary speaker?
To check if your phone has a secondary speaker, play some music and cover the primary speaker with your finger. If you notice another source of sound (generally from the top of the phone), it means your phone has a secondary speaker.
How do I set a custom volume limit on my Samsung phone?
Go to Settings>Sounds and vibration>Volume, hit the ellipses, select ‘Media volume limit’, turn on its toggle switch, and use the slider to set a new limit.
How do I eject water from my phone’s speaker?
Install the Clear Wave app on your phone and use it to play a sound effect that ejects the water from the speaker grille.
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Conclusion
These are the top 8 ways to make your Android phone’s speaker louder. If you’re using wireless headphones or TWS to listen to music, you may want to check out the available codecs to improve the listening experience. If you found these methods useful, let us know in the comments!
