The primary cause of the crackling sound is an . Because the Galaxy S22 is IP68-rated and tightly sealed against water and dust, it can struggle to equalize pressure quickly. This occurs most frequently in the following conditions:
: You can check if the hardware is actually damaged by using the Samsung Members app . Navigate to Support > Diagnostics > Speaker to run a test. The primary cause of the crackling sound is an
: If you have a glass protector over your rear camera lenses, try removing it. Several users reported this as a permanent fix for recurring crackling in cold weather. Navigate to Support > Diagnostics > Speaker to run a test
: Moving from cold outdoor air to a heated room, or placing the phone in extremely cold environments. : Moving from cold outdoor air to a
If the crackling persists despite these steps, it may be a genuine hardware failure, such as a burst internal component, and you should contact Samsung Support or a certified repair center. If you'd like, let me know: Did this start after a or a change in weather ?