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Why can I not pair my iPhone XR to my iPad.

I’m running IOS 14.8 on the iPhone XR. The iPad Is running IOS 14.8 and is brand new 9th generation. When I try to pair the two my phone says the iPad is not supported.

iPad, iPadOS 15

Posted on Oct 29, 2021 8:55 PM

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MichelPM

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Posted on Oct 29, 2021 9:03 PM

You cannot Bluetooth pair any iOS/iPadOS devices together for security reasons.

If you are trying to setup iPhone/iPad for cell call forwarding and SMS message forwarding, tap the links below and follow the instructions.

How to forward SMS/MMS text messages from your iPhone to your iPad, iPod touch or Mac - Apple Support

Make and receive phone calls on iPad - Apple Support

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