IOS 15.1.1 update for iPhone 12 issues with car's bluetooth

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IOS 15.1.1 update for iPhone 12 issues with car's bluetooth

I recently updated my iPhone to IOS 15.1.1 and now all of a sudden, my phone no longer connects to my Toyota Prius's bluetooth, "Handsfree." I try over and over, and when and IF I can get them to pair, I can't get my maps app to verbally announce turn by turn directions thru the radio. I rely on this feature GREATLY! I have heard there have been similar complaints. I called Apple Support who said one fix is to remove the Map apps and reinstall it. Yeah, doesn't work. I've tried forgetting the bluetooth and pairing again, doesn't work. Switching the bluetooth from on to off to on again. Also doesn't work. I am NEVER allowing my iPhone to update again! This is completely unacceptable. Has anyone had the same issues? Any ideas what else might work? Or when Apple might fix the issue?

iPhone 12, iOS 15

Posted on Dec 5, 2021 6:24 PM

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ChrisJ4203

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Dec 5, 2021 6:47 PM in response to Capricorn100

Have you checked Settings>Maps>Spoken Directions? There is a switch now to turn on/off Directions on Radio. If you are hearing the directions on the iPhone, then the volume is turned on and up, just check that switch before you start another route.

As far as connecting to your Prius, if you are experiencing a problem, you can take a look at this. How to connect your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to your car - Apple Support If that does not help, check with Toyota to see if there is an update to their system in your Prius. I have an iPhone 13 Pro with iOS 15.1.1, and it connects fine to our two cars at home, although not a Prius.

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AyMostro

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Dec 8, 2021 10:54 AM in response to Capricorn100

All my bluetooth devises are not been detected. I have been for hours with apple support they can't seem to find the problem. I have an iPhone7 working perfectly with iOS 15.1 it seems the problem is the 15.1.1. I have tried every thing. I'm back with apple support to see if there is a fix.

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Dec 8, 2021 3:00 PM in response to Capricorn100

When will apple have an update to address these connection problems? I have 5 vehicles and all have dropped calls/locked up connections since the 15.1 update. All vehicles are up to date, and all phones (5 in our household) that have the latest updates are experiencing the same problem.

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Capricorn100 Author

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Dec 8, 2021 11:13 AM in response to ChrisJ4203

Yes, already tried the first suggestion. I figured that solved the problem but it did not. My Prius is 12 years old, so there wouldn’t be an update.

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Dec 8, 2021 1:54 PM in response to Capricorn100

My iPhone 12 updated iOS15.1.1 and now my phone doesn't connect to my Honda Pilot. Not acceptable!

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ChrisJ4203

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Dec 8, 2021 2:27 PM in response to 3Ftroopgirl

Follow the link in the Apple Recommended post to car connection issues. If that does not correct your issue, then contact your Honda dealer to see if there is an update to your audio system.

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Dec 11, 2021 1:14 PM in response to AyMostro

Yes exactly. I even tried using a cord to connect my phone to my car which had worked just 2 days ago and now my phone will not connect to my car in any way.

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IOS 15.1.1 update for iPhone 12 issues with car's bluetooth

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