Earpiece Speaker
iPhone XS Max Earpiece Speaker Replacement
- Fits
- iPhone XS Max
- Fixes
- Quiet or dead call audio
- Quality
- Brand new, OEM quality
- Fitting
- Professional install
Overview
What this part is
On the iPhone XS Max you hear the other person through a small earpiece speaker at the top of the screen. Dust, liquid or a drop can make calls sound muffled, crackly or silent, while speakerphone still works.
This is the earpiece speaker on its own. It sits behind the display, so the screen has to come off to reach it. First try cleaning the mesh gently with a soft brush, as a blocked grille can also make calls quiet.
Compatibility
Specifications and compatibility
- Part
- Earpiece Speaker
- Compatible with
- iPhone XS Max
- Model numbers
- A1921 · A2101 · A2102 · A2103 · A2104
- Does not fit
- iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone 11 Pro Max or any other model
- Fixes
- Quiet, crackly or silent call audio from the earpiece
- Does not fix
- Loudspeaker, microphone, proximity sensor or network faults
- Quality
- Brand new, OEM-quality earpiece speaker for the iPhone XS Max. Tested before dispatch.
- Brand
- Unbranded, compatible with iPhone XS Max
- In the box
- 1 × earpiece speaker. Check the photos for anything else included.
- Colour
- As shown in the photos
- Installation
- Professional installation recommended
- Supplied by
- Supreme Phone Parts Ltd, Manchester, UK
Before you order
Is this the right part?
Signs it needs replacing
- You can barely hear callers with the phone at your ear
- Calls crackle or buzz through the earpiece
- Speakerphone works but the earpiece is silent
- Voice notes played at your ear sound distorted
How to check your model
Open Settings › General › About and check the model name reads iPhone XS Max. Tap the model number to see the A-number. It should be one of A1921, A2101, A2102, A2103, A2104.
The iPhone XS Max has a 6.5-inch OLED screen and two rear cameras. The iPhone XS is smaller, with a 5.8-inch screen.
Professional installation
How a technician fits this part
- Power the phone off and remove the pentalobe screws next to the port.
- Warm the screen edges, open the iPhone XS Max and disconnect the battery.
- Disconnect and remove the display to reach the top of the screen.
- Remove the earpiece bracket and swap the old speaker for the new one.
- Refit the display, reconnect the battery and test call audio.
- Apply new display adhesive and close the phone.
Check that the part matches the device before fitting it or removing any adhesive backing. Once a part has been fitted, it cannot be returned for a change of mind. Faulty parts are always covered.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Will this fit my iPhone XS Max?
Yes, if Settings › General › About shows iPhone XS Max. It fits models A1921, A2101, A2102, A2103, A2104.
Does it fit the iPhone XS?
No. Only buy this for the iPhone XS Max. Check the model name in Settings before ordering.
What is the difference between this and the earpiece with sensor flex?
This is the speaker only. The other listing includes the flex cable with the proximity and light sensors. If only call audio is faulty, the speaker alone is usually enough.
Is it made by Apple?
No. It is a brand new, OEM-quality earpiece speaker made to fit the iPhone XS Max, and every part is tested before dispatch.
Should I fit it myself?
We recommend professional installation. The earpiece sits behind the display, so the screen must be removed and resealed with new adhesive.
How quickly will it arrive?
Orders placed before 4pm on a working day are dispatched the same day from Manchester by Royal Mail Tracked. Delivery is free on UK orders from £5.
Prepared by the Supreme Phone Parts team, Manchester. Last updated September 2026.