COMMON DEVICE ISSUE · NOT AN ERROR CODE

Galaxy Buds do not read notifications aloud

Phone notification permissions and Buds settings can affect alerts.

✓ Manufacturer source✓ Safe checks✓ Verification and escalation
Samsung · Headphones11 November 2026 · official source reviewed

What might cause this?

Possible reasons depend on the exact model. These are checks, not a confirmed diagnosis.

Possible causes

  • Notifications for the affected app may be off.
  • Read-aloud notifications may be disabled in Galaxy Wearable.
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What can you try?

Try these safe, user-level checks in order; do not open the device. Menu labels may differ by version.

  1. 01

    Step 1

    Confirm the earbuds are connected.

  2. 02

    Step 2

    Open earbud notifications in Galaxy Wearable or supported One UI settings.

  3. 03

    Step 3

    Enable the target app and send a test notification.

How can you confirm the fix?

The earbuds announce notifications from the enabled app.

When should you contact service?

If the issue persists after these safe checks, contact Samsung official support with your exact model and what you tested.

⚠ Stop using a device if it overheats, shows liquid damage, smells burnt or has a swollen battery.

Will a repair cost money?

Settings, cables and user checks may require no repair. Hardware costs depend on the exact model, warranty and service diagnosis; no fixed price is promised.

Quick answers

Could these checks affect warranty?

Use only external checks recommended for end users by the manufacturer. Opening batteries, electronics or sealed parts can create safety and warranty risks.

What if the steps do not help?

Write down your model, software version and test results. Share those details with official support rather than repeating potentially unsafe actions.

How was this sourced?

Model scope: Menus vary by Galaxy Buds and One UI versions; announcements may stop during calls.

This is an original summary of the manufacturer support document; use the official page for current, model-specific instructions.

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Source reviewed: official manufacturer guidance; a second official document is linked where available.