- You should first make sure Bluetooth is turned on and try connecting your device in the Bluetooth settings.
- If your iPhone still won't connect to Bluetooth , you can try deleting other devices from Bluetooth settings, updating your iOS software, resetting your network settings, or restarting your iPhone entirely.
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'Why won't my iPhone connect to Bluetooth?': How to fix your Bluetooth connection in 6 ways
If your iPhone won't connect to Bluetooth , there are a number of ways to fix it.
Bluetooth is one of the great innovations with a smartphone a quick network that allows you to connect your iPhone to everything from TV, to a computer, to your car's stereo.
However, if it isn't working for one reason or another, Bluetooth is worthless.
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Why your iPhone wont connect to Bluetooth, and how to fix it
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The first step when encountering Bluetooth issues is to ensure your iPhone is transmitting its Bluetooth signal properly.
1. Open Settings.
2. Tap on Bluetooth.
3. Make sure the button next to Bluetooth is toggled green. If not, tap on the button next to Bluetooth so it turns green.
Make sure your device is connected to Bluetooth
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1. Open Settings.
2. Tap on Bluetooth.
3. When the Bluetooth menu is opened, you should get a list of all the devices you've connected with before. If the particular device you want to connect to is not shown, make sure the device is set for pairing so it shows up in the list.
4. Tap on the device so it moves from "Other Devices" to "My Devices."
5. Then tap on the device so it changes from "Not Connected" to "Connected."
Delete other devices from Bluetooth
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Sometimes Bluetooth can have an issue connecting with too many devices, or you can't tell which device is the one you want, and you have to delete others.
1. Open Settings.
2. Tap on Bluetooth.
3. Tap on other devices to disconnect. If it's a device you will never use again, tap on the "i" button and then select Forget This Device.
Update your software to the most recent iOS
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Sometimes items, including Bluetooth, won't function properly on your iPhone if your iOS is out of date.
1. Open Settings.
2. Scroll down to and tap on General.
3. The second item should be Software Update. Tap on this to update. If there is a red circle in it, there is an update waiting.
4. Tap on it to update to the most recent iOS.
Reset your network settings
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1. Open Settings.
2. Tap on General.
3. Scroll down to the bottom and tap on Reset.
4. Tap on "Reset Network Settings."
Restart your iPhone
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Sometimes your iPhone simply needs to be turned off and on again to fix issues.
If the above steps don't work, you should try turning your iPhone off and on again to refresh the software. Try connecting to Bluetooth again after you've done this.
For more information, read our article, " How to restart and force-restart any iPhone model. "
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