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Persistent AirPlay Issues

Hello,


I am a number of AirPlay 2 enabled speakers in my house. I frequently have issues with the signal cutting out, and then, when you go to reconnect, you're not able to.


1) All of the devices are confirmed airplay compatible.

2) All of the devices are on the same network.

3) The issues happen for multiple end-user devices – iPhones, Macs, iPads, etc.

4) Also happens on multiple AirPlay2 receivers – Sonos, old school airport express, TVs, etc.


Not sure what to do. I've tried a host of different network configurations – is there a magic wireless trick I'm neglecting to make AirPlay work?


Once the connection fails, it takes 15 or so minutes before the speakers will connect with another device. You can try to reconnect, but nothing happens. Peculiarly, the device to which you were previously connected still shows up in AirPlay devices, even if you turn off WiFi and put on airplane mode.


Quite strange -- please advise.


Examples of strange behavior

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gkEsOtj2Ghg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_g1K_uVLEzk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yOHTiUSG18

iPhone 12 Pro

Posted on Jan 19, 2022 6:31 PM

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Jan 20, 2022 3:47 PM in response to vantheman123

Hey there vantheman123,


Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities. We understand that you're having some issues with AirPlay. We're happy to provide some assistance.


Let's follow the steps outlined in this helpful resource that relates to the issue you're having:


If screen mirroring or streaming isn't working on your AirPlay-compatible device


We also recommend reviewing this article:


Resolve Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues caused by wireless interference


If you continue to experience issues, please reach out to Apple directly here: Get Support


We hope this helps.


Have a great day!

Persistent AirPlay Issues

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