[david rowling]

I have an A71 that is 2 years old. Recently cently I have had crackling when on loud and also sound going from hight to very low without any input from me.

I purchased a new loud speaker and swapped the old one out but the issue persists. I gave the phone a thorough clean before replacing the cover. I didn't see any obvious signs of damage.

Has anyone else had this issue?

[B. Diddy]

Welcome to Android Central! So you don't hear that when using headphones?

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[david rowling]

No issues at all with headphones or over Bluetooth. No water damage either (as far as I'm aware) and the phone is in a protective, shockproof case.

[B. Diddy]

In that case, I wonder if there's some problem with the connection to the speaker on the circuit board. That's probably something that would need attention from a professional technician.

You already tested it in Safe Mode?

I made you the owner of the original guest post to make it easier for you to find.

[mustang7757]

No issues at all with headphones or over Bluetooth. No water damage either (as far as I'm aware) and the phone is in a protective, shockproof case.

Welcome to AC!
You have this issue without the case ?