: Moving from cold outdoor air to a heated room, or placing the phone in extremely cold environments.
: During or immediately after a flight or moving to a higher elevation.
: Some users found that camera lens protectors could block small, unintentional vents near the camera module, trapping pressure inside. How to Fix It
: 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 . 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:
: Use a SIM tool to pop the tray out slightly for a few seconds. This breaks the seal, allowing the internal and external pressure to balance instantly, which often fixes the sound immediately.
Do you have a or a very tight-fitting case? Have you tried the SIM tray trick yet?