Never oversleep again by adjusting these iPhone settings
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
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.
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