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How to Fix Bluetooth Not Working on iPhone

By: Waseem Patwegar

If Bluetooth is not working on iPhone, you won’t be able to use AirDrop or connect iPhone to AirPods, Wireless speakers, Apple Watch and other Bluetooth enabled devices.

Fix Bluetooth Not Working on iPhone

Bluetooth Problems on iPhone

iPhone makes use of Bluetooth technology to connect wirelessly with nearby devices like Headphones, Apple Watch and Mac.

Just like WiFi or Cellular network, Bluetooth network can also go through problems and prevent your iPhone from connecting to other devices.

When this happens, you may find your iPhone failing to establish connection with Bluetooth devices and coming with “Connection Unsuccessful” or similar error message.

So, let us go ahead and take a look at some of the troubleshooting methods that can help in fixing the problem of Bluetooth not working on iPhone.

1. Turn Bluetooth ON/OFF

Go to Settings > Bluetooth > move the toggle next to Bluetooth to OFF position.

Turn OFF Bluetooth on iPhone

Wait for 30 seconds > switch on Bluetooth by moving the toggle to ON position and see if Bluetooth is now working on your iPhone.

2. Reconnect Bluetooth Device

If you had previously connected a Bluetooth device to iPhone, try to reconnect the device again.

Go to Settings > Bluetooth > tap on your Bluetooth Device located under “My Devices” section.

Bluetooth Devices Listed on iPhone

Wait for your iPhone to connect to Bluetooth device.

Note: If Bluetooth is not working, you will see “Not Connected” next to Bluetooth Device.

3. Install Updates

Make sure that you are using the latest version of iOS on your iPhone.

Go to Settings > General > Software Update.

On the next screen, wait for your iPhone to check for Updates. Tap on the Install option (if an update becomes available).

4. Restart iPhone & Bluetooth Device

Many times, Bluetooth connectivity issues are caused due to stuck processes and minor software glitches. These can be often fixed by Restarting the devices.

Go to Settings > General > scroll down and tap on Shut Down. On the next screen, use the Slider to Turn OFF your iPhone.

Slide to Power OFF Option on iPhone

Wait for 60 seconds and Restart iPhone.

Similarly, Shut Down and Restart the Bluetooth Accessory or device that you are trying to connect to your iPhone.

4. Unpair Bluetooth Device

If you had previously connected a Bluetooth Device to iPhone, Unpair the Device and Pair back the Device to your iPhone.

Go to Settings > Bluetooth > tap on the “i” Icon next to the Bluetooth device.

Bluetooth Devices Listed on iPhone

On the next screen, tap on Forget this device option.

Forget Bluetooth Device on iPhone

Now, go to Settings > Bluetooth > select your Bluetooth Device as it appears under “Other Devices”.

Connect Bluetooth Device to iPhone

If you are having problems pairing the device, refer to this guide: How to Pair Bluetooth Headphones with iPhone.

5. Reset Network Settings

Note down the Password for your WiFi Network and follow the steps below to Reset Network Settings on iPhone.

Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > On the pop-up, select Reset Network Settings option.

Reset Network Settings option on iPhone

On the conformation pop-up, tap on Reset Network Settings to confirm.

After your iPhone Restarts, go to Settings > WiFi > tap on your WiFi Network Name.

Connect to Wi-Fi Network on iPhone

Sign-in by typing your WiFi Network Password and see if Bluetooth is now working properly on your iPhone.

6. Remove iPhone Cover

The problem of iPhone covers interfering with Bluetooth connectivity have been reported by some users.

Hence, remove your iPhone from its protective cover and see if this helps in fixing Bluetooth connectivity problem on your iPhone.

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