On Iphone What Is Rtt?

If you have hearing or speech difficulties, you can communicate by telephone using Teletype (TTY) or real-time text (RTT)—protocols that transmit text as you type and allow the recipient to read the message right away. RTT is a more advanced protocol that transmits audio as you type text.

How do I turn off RTT?

RTT works with TTY and doesn't require any additional accessories.
  1. Open the Phone app .
  2. Tap More. Settings.
  3. Tap Accessibility.
  4. If you see Real-time text (RTT), turn OFF the switch. Learn more about using real-time text with calls.

What does it mean when your phone is on RTT?

Real-time text (RTT) is text transmitted instantly as it is typed or created. Recipients can immediately read the message while it is being written, without waiting. When RTT is enabled on both devices, no audio is heard on the call. If you aren't hearing audio on a call, make sure RTT is turned off.

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