How to exit and turn off the headset mode of iPhone, Android phone

Your phone is "stuck" in headset mode and won't turn off. The following article will guide you on how to exit and turn off headset mode of iPhone , Android phone. Stay tuned!

1. Try unplugging the headset and plugging it in again

To exit and turn off the headset mode is the simplest and most effective way you try to plug the headset again into the phone and unplug it, you can unplug it into the headset 2-3 times. This enables your phone to activate the device reading and recognition mode.

Unplug the headset and plug it in again a few times

2. Reboot the machine

If the above still fails to fix the error, you can restart your phone .

When the phone is restarted, it will return the device to its original default state, the headset mode is turned off.

Restart phone to reset default status

3. Check the audio output setting (for iPhone)

For iPhone you need to check the audio output settings at Control Center . Some problems affect the headset mode such as volume, silent mode, music playback via HomePod, ...

To open the Control Center , swipe up from the bottom of the screen (applicable to iPhone models with home buttons such as iPhone 6 , iPhone 6 Plus , iPhone 6s , iPhone 6s Plus , iPhone 7 , iPhone 7 Plus , ... ).

For iPhone X , iPhone Xr , iPhone Xs , iPhone Xs Max , iPhone 11 , iPhone 11 Pro , iPhone 11 Pro Max you swipe down from the top right corner of the screen to open.

The image shows the Control Center of the iPhone XS

Once you have entered the Control Center, check if the current audio source is the iPhone or not, if not, select it again.

4. Turn airplane mode on and off

With Bluetooth headsets, the Bluetooth mode is also a reason why your phone cannot turn off and exit the headset mode. The phone is still establishing a connection with other audio devices such as Bluetooth headsets.

To fix this error, turn on Airplane mode so that the phone disconnects all connections: WIFi network, Bluetooth devices, ...

Wait a few seconds, then turn off Airplane Mode .

Turn on and off airplane mode to disconnect the device

5. Try cleaning the headphone jack

You should also check the headphone jack, the slot can be covered with dirt, lint, candy chips, cracks, ... making the phone unrecognizable. not yet.

You need to clean the jach plugs and slots , you can use a special cleaning tool for better cleaning.

In case the headset is broken, you should bring the device to a service center to be handled by a technician.

Check and clean the headphone jack and jack

6. Check for water damage

Headphone mode error on the phone is sometimes caused by your device (phone, headset) being in water, humid environment, ... affecting the recognition of the headset connection of the phone. .

For this situation, it is best to bring the machine to a service center for assistance with the best handling.

Cause the phone is exposed to water, humid environment

7. Take it to a service center

If you have tried the above but still cannot fix the headset recognition error. You should bring the machine to a warranty center for effective warranty support.

Take it to a service center for repair

Hope this article gives you useful information. See you in the following articles!