Are you tired of Siri loudly reading your text messages when you least expect it? Maybe you’re in the middle of a meeting, or just enjoying a peaceful moment, and suddenly—bam! Siri starts narrating your latest group chat. Don’t worry. You’re not alone. And yes, you can turn it off. We’ll walk you through how to stop Siri from reading your messages in just a few taps. Let’s get started!
Why Does Siri Read Messages Anyway?
Siri reads texts aloud when you’re using AirPods or other Apple-compatible headphones. It’s part of the “Announce Notifications” feature. It sounds handy, and sometimes it is. But when you’re not in the mood? Not so much.
How to Turn Off Siri Reading Messages
You can turn it off completely—or just for certain apps or headphones. Here’s how!
Option 1: Stop Siri from Announcing Messages Completely
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Tap Notifications.
- Select Announce Notifications.
- Toggle off Announce Notifications at the top.
Just like that, Siri will zip it!
Option 2: Turn Off Siri for Specific Headphones
Maybe you like hearing messages at the gym, but not at work. You can fine-tune that:
- Go to Settings > Notifications.
- Tap Announce Notifications.
- Scroll to “Announce When Connected To”.
- Here, toggle on or off for Headphones or CarPlay.
This gives you more control.
Option 3: Turn It Off for Just One App
You don’t want texts read out loud, but maybe you want reminders announced. You can set Siri to ignore certain apps.
- Go to Settings > Notifications.
- Select Announce Notifications.
- Scroll down to the list of apps.
- Tap on any app (like Messages).
- Toggle off Announce Notifications for just that app.
Nice and customizable!
Bonus Tip: Use Control Center
If you’re in a rush, or need silence fast, swipe down the Control Center.
- Swipe down from the top-right of your iPhone screen.
- Tap on the Announce Messages icon (the speech bubble with lines).
- This toggles the feature on or off quickly.
Perfect for when you’re already wearing AirPods and don’t want Siri chatting in your ear!
Still Hearing Siri? Here’s What to Check.
If you’ve turned everything off but Siri keeps talking, here are a few things to double-check:
- Make sure you’re signed into the correct iCloud account.
- Restart your iPhone—simple but often works!
- Update to the latest iOS version.
If things still aren’t working, you might want to visit the Apple Support page or make a Genius Bar appointment.
A Quick Recap
Let’s make it super simple. Here’s your mini checklist:
- Go to Settings > Notifications.
- Tap Announce Notifications.
- Toggle off what you don’t want—headphones, apps, or even the whole thing.
- Use Control Center for quick changes.
Enjoy the Peace and Quiet!
No more unexpected Siri announcements during your yoga session or dinner date. With just a few taps, you’re in control. That’s what your iPhone is for, right? Convenience on your terms. Now go enjoy your day messaging in sweet, sweet silence—unless you want it read out loud. Then hey, toggle it back on anytime!
