{"id":1946,"date":"2020-08-18T17:32:15","date_gmt":"2020-08-18T17:32:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/?p=1946"},"modified":"2022-06-03T09:54:20","modified_gmt":"2022-06-03T09:54:20","slug":"how-to-fix-when-headphone-jack-not-working","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-when-headphone-jack-not-working\/","title":{"rendered":"Headphone Jack Not Working? Here\u2019s What to Do"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Headphone jack not working?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today\u2019s smartphone designers ensure that <strong>every <\/strong>phone comes with plenty of tools to keep you entertained. There\u2019s storage space for your music files, downloads, and games. can even use apps to play radio stations or connect to the internet and stream music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All you need is a set of headphones to plug into a <strong>host of online experiences<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what if your headphone jack isn\u2019t working?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all of us have the cash to splash on a set of wireless earbuds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, problems with the headphone jack on smartphones are pretty common.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anything, from fluff in the port to issues with internal connections, can seriously throw off your groove. It\u2019s no <strong>wonder <\/strong>Apple decided to ditch the headphone jack entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There <strong>are <\/strong>a few ways to troubleshoot a broken headphone jack and fix the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today we\u2019ll discuss what you can do before you <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/how-to-sell-used-mobile-phones\/\">trade your device in<\/a> for a newer model. Keep reading to know how to fix your headphone jack. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e7a5e599e7b\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e7a5e599e7b\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-when-headphone-jack-not-working\/#Why_Are_My_Headphones_Not_Working_when_I_Plug_Them_In\" >Why Are My Headphones Not Working when I Plug Them In?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-when-headphone-jack-not-working\/#Step_1_Check_Your_Headphone_Performance\" >Step 1: Check Your Headphone Performance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-when-headphone-jack-not-working\/#Step_2_Look_for_Network_Issues\" >Step 2: Look for Network Issues<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-when-headphone-jack-not-working\/#Step_3_Clean_Your_Headphone_Jack\" >Step 3: Clean Your Headphone Jack<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-when-headphone-jack-not-working\/#Step_4_Check_Your_Phone_and_Audio_Settings\" >Step 4: Check Your Phone and Audio Settings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-when-headphone-jack-not-working\/#Step_5_Try_a_Specialist_App\" >Step 5: Try a Specialist App<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-when-headphone-jack-not-working\/#Step_6_Time_to_Call_the_Experts\" >Step 6: Time to Call the Experts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-when-headphone-jack-not-working\/#How_Do_I_Fix_My_Headphone_Jack\" >How Do I Fix My Headphone Jack?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Are_My_Headphones_Not_Working_when_I_Plug_Them_In\"><\/span>Why Are My Headphones Not Working when I Plug Them In?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Repairing your headphone jack starts with getting to the root cause of the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, your headphone port on your phone might be durable, but it\u2019s also exposed to a lot of issues. This <strong>little hole on your phone is a magnet for dust, moisture, and other problems<\/strong>. Plus, constantly plugging in and unplugging your headphones leads to a greater risk of damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether your headphones aren\u2019t working <strong>at all <\/strong>or you\u2019re just not getting the right quality of sound anymore, there are a few things you can do to overcome your issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Check_Your_Headphone_Performance\"><\/span>Step 1: Check Your Headphone Performance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s easy to assume that your headphone jack is the issue if you haven\u2019t explored any other options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your headphone jack may be fine \u2013 but your headphones are struggling with some internal issues. It\u2019s pretty easy to check if your headphones are the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-fix-headphone-jack-not-working-1024x655.jpg\" alt=\"how-to-fix-headphone-jack-not-working\" class=\"wp-image-4295\" width=\"262\" height=\"167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-fix-headphone-jack-not-working-1024x655.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-fix-headphone-jack-not-working-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-fix-headphone-jack-not-working-1536x983.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-fix-headphone-jack-not-working.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 262px) 100vw, 262px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Plug your headphones into another device<\/strong>: It doesn\u2019t have to be a smartphone, anything with an appropriate headphone port will do.<\/li><li><strong>Check that your device recognizes your headphones<\/strong>: If you use a PC, you can click on the audio icon to ensure that you\u2019re connected.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Check your headphones at various volumes: <\/strong>Play music from different sources, at different volumes.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If everything works exactly as it should when you\u2019re using another device, you\u2019ve found the source of your problem. Your phone. You could also try plugging a different pair of headphones into your smartphone before you move forward. There\u2019s a chance that your original pair just isn\u2019t compatible with your phone for some reason.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your headphones don\u2019t work anywhere else, it\u2019s the accessory that\u2019s the issue \u2013 not the headphone jack. Unfortunately, the only fix here is to replace your headphones, unless you have a warranty or guarantee to get them repaired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Look_for_Network_Issues\"><\/span>Step 2: Look for Network Issues<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If it seems like your smartphone <strong>is the problem <\/strong>here, look at your network settings. If your smartphone pairs with another set of wireless headphones, or the wireless speaker in your car, then your headphone jack may be temporarily disabled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Usually, when you plug a set of headphones into your smartphone, your device will recognize them automatically. The act of <strong>plugging headphones in<\/strong> overrides the Bluetooth settings. However, there\u2019s always a chance that something has gone wrong here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do have another connection, the fix is easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Open the <strong>Settings <\/strong>menu on your Android device<\/li><li>Depending on your device, you should see the <strong>Bluetooth <\/strong>tab under <strong>Connections<\/strong><\/li><li>Either <strong>turn off Bluetooth <\/strong>for now or <strong>Unpair <\/strong>any other Bluetooth devices connected to your phone.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019re not pairing to any other devices, try connecting the headphone jack again. Play some audio to see whether the issue is still there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Clean_Your_Headphone_Jack\"><\/span>Step 3: Clean Your Headphone Jack<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cleaning your headphone jack on <strong>any device <\/strong>can be a tricky process. You want to make sure that you\u2019re not damaging the internals with any scraping or water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/jnl0gfo_5rg-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"how-to-fix-headphone-jack-not-working\" class=\"wp-image-1953\" width=\"-65\" height=\"-44\" title=\"Figurine cleaning camera with cotton bud\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/jnl0gfo_5rg-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/jnl0gfo_5rg-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/jnl0gfo_5rg-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/jnl0gfo_5rg-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/jnl0gfo_5rg-930x620.jpg 930w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>However, a lot of dust, lint, and other substances generally end up in your jacks and ports over time. The dirt can block the connection between your headphones and the jack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our technicians almost always have to clean out lint in the headphone jack for every device we receive, so this is incredibly common.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If possible, look inside the jack with a light to see if there\u2019s any dirt. You can consider blowing into the jack to remove any small pieces of dust and lint. An alternative option is to use a can of compressed air, as this offers a more advanced clean. However, be careful to use the air correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Tilt your android device sideways: <\/strong>This makes the cleaning process a bit easier.<\/li><li><strong>Place the straw of the can close to the port:<\/strong> You don\u2019t need to try and push the straw into the headphone jack.<\/li><li><strong>Blow out any dust or lint:<\/strong> You can repeat this process a few times if you still see dirt.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>An alternative option to using a headphone jack is to use a cotton swab. Don&#8217;t use a toothpick since they have a tendency to break off inside the jack creating a whole new problem. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you\u2019re very gentle here. You can get some insights on how to clean the headphone jack carefully <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=rR9UQ0DbLlo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">from this video<\/a>. Avoid using any liquids or metal to clean your headphone jack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adding moisture to your phone is <strong>never <\/strong>a good idea, and pins or metal skewers can cause damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Check_Your_Phone_and_Audio_Settings\"><\/span>Step 4: Check Your Phone and Audio Settings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your headphone jack is clean, and you know your headphones are fine, look at your audio settings. Just like your Bluetooth settings can mess up your experience, your audio devicesettings may have the same impact. Go into the <strong>Settings <\/strong>section of your device and click on <strong>Sound <\/strong>or <strong>Audio.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this part of your phone\u2019s backend, you should be able to check things like volume level, and other issues that might mute the sound. For instance, you might have your phone on do not disturb mode, which could prevent it from playing audio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Usually, the only setting that would prevent your audio from playing would be a <strong>mute <\/strong>option. If this isn\u2019t switched on, and your audio jack isn\u2019t working, you could try restarting your device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Turning your phone on and off again can solve a lot of smartphone issues, and it takes extraordinarily little time to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you hit the restart button, go into your <strong>System <\/strong>settings on your phone to check if there are any software updates available. A firmware update might address a bug in your current device that\u2019s preventing audio from playing properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hitting the <strong>Update Now <\/strong>button will get you the latest version of your operating system instantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Try_a_Specialist_App\"><\/span>Step 5: Try a Specialist App<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Still having problems with a headphone jack not working?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re running out of potential fixes, but there are a few options still available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, you could consider downloading a third-party app for your smartphone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Remember, <\/strong>always check the reviews of any app you\u2019re considering using before you download it. This reduces your chances of accidentally accessing bogus ad-filled apps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/qiplrhjiv2o-1-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"android-headphone-jack-not-working\" class=\"wp-image-1952\" width=\"-339\" height=\"-423\" title=\"Android Play Store\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/qiplrhjiv2o-1-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/qiplrhjiv2o-1-200x250.jpg 200w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/qiplrhjiv2o-1-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/qiplrhjiv2o-1-1638x2048.jpg 1638w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/qiplrhjiv2o-1-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Options available include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Speaker cleaner: <\/strong>This <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.boedec.hoel.speaker.cleaner.remove.water\" class=\"rank-math-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app specifically helps<\/a> to clean moisture out of headphone jacks if you\u2019ve dropped your phone in water or exposed it to too much moisture. If you can hear a muffled sound from your speaker, this app might help.<\/li><li><strong>Repair system for Android: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=repair.system.phone\" class=\"rank-math-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">This app deals with<\/a> several Android issues, including removing empty folders and files, optimizing your battery, and clearing your cache. There\u2019s also a service for checking the performance of things like speakers and headphone jacks.<\/li><li><strong>SoundAssistant: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.samsung.android.soundassistant\" class=\"rank-math-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Created for Samsung<\/a>, this app provides you with various convenient features related to audio, including testing volume performance, and troubleshooting issues with certain apps.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a wide selection of apps available on the Google Play store for things like precise volume management, sound boosting, and speaker testing. You can even use apps to turn your headphone connections off from a distance if you\u2019re using wireless tech.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_6_Time_to_Call_the_Experts\"><\/span>Step 6: Time to Call the Experts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1549656136-dcdcaeecddc5?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&amp;q=80&amp;fm=jpg&amp;crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;w=400&amp;fit=max&amp;ixid=eyJhcHBfaWQiOjM1Nzl9\" alt=\"\" width=\"167\" height=\"209\" title=\"Apple Store\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If none of the options we\u2019ve discussed so far are working for you \u2013 then the problem might be bigger than it seemed. With a little luck, your device will still be under warranty. That means you can call the company that sold you your phone and ask for their advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Explain the problem to the company and send it in for a replacement or repair. Unfortunately, this does mean living without your phone for a little while. However, you <strong>will <\/strong>get your device back eventually, and you shouldn\u2019t need to pay for a replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t have a warranty, you can use <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/best-us-cell-phone-insurance-plans\/\">phone insurance<\/a> if you have that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Out of warranty and nothing above worked yet? Here are your repair options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_I_Fix_My_Headphone_Jack\"><\/span>How Do I Fix My Headphone Jack?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All the solutions mentioned above have been tested and tried \u2013 which means that they should be suitable for fixing a range of common issues with your headphone jack. However, there\u2019s always a chance that you might have accidentally caused some damage to the physical 3.5mm port on your smartphone. If that happens, there\u2019s not much you can do but get a replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/pzlgtuahxmm-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"repair-headphone-jack-not-working\" class=\"wp-image-1949\" width=\"-43\" height=\"-29\" title=\"Technician Repairing Phone\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/pzlgtuahxmm-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/pzlgtuahxmm-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/pzlgtuahxmm-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/pzlgtuahxmm-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/pzlgtuahxmm-930x620.jpg 930w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>How to replace your headphone jack? Professional technicians should be able to tell you whether your headphone jack is the issue. If it is, then they can usually replace the jack without you having to pay for a brand-new phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re out of warranty, we recommend going to a third-party repair shop since headphone jack replacements are usually a very simple and cheap fix. This is especially true for iPhones. and many androids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have an <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-is-my-ipad-charging-so-slow\/\">iPad<\/a> or newer Android device, then you need to tread a little carefully since the process of opening up the device is a bit more complicated. In this case, going directly to the Genius Bar or vetting the repair shop you go to by doing some online review research is a great idea. Either way, the actual part is always dirt cheap but the labour cost might go up if it&#8217;s not an iPhone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the worst happens, your best bet might be to sell your phone (yes, even if it\u2019s broken). You can <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">sell your phone<\/a> to recoup some of the cash you\u2019re missing out on. This will free up some extra finances to put towards a new device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chances are your next device won&#8217;t have a headphone jack!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Headphone jack not working? Today\u2019s smartphone designers ensure that every phone comes with plenty of tools to keep you entertained. There\u2019s storage space for your music files, downloads, and games. can even use apps to play radio stations or connect to the internet and stream music. 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