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How do I stop my phone switching the microphone to Bluetooth in a parked car?

Our answer

Choose the handset microphone explicitly in the call app and disable the car hands-free profile when you do not want it.

Why this approach makes sense

Device software, permissions and connected services change how a feature behaves; use settings for the actual model rather than a generic workaround.

Before you try it

Verify the relevant device and account permissions, and make changes one at a time.

Questions people ask

What is a safe starting point for stopping my phone switching the microphone to Bluetooth in a parked car?

Choose the handset microphone explicitly in the call app and disable the car hands-free profile when you do not want it.