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iPad and iPhone location compatibility

I’m trying to get my new iPad location on my phone but they can’t connect through Bluetooth, so can someone please help me with my situation?

iPad Pro, iPadOS 15

Posted on Mar 26, 2022 6:08 PM

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Posted on Mar 26, 2022 6:14 PM

jamari100 wrote:

but they can’t connect through Bluetooth

That is correct. Apple devices never overtly connect to each other using Bluetooth.


You seem to (incorrectly) assume that this is part of the method to see your iPad's location on your iPhone.


Use the Find My app to locate a missing device or item - Apple Support

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Mar 26, 2022 6:14 PM in response to jamari100

jamari100 wrote:

but they can’t connect through Bluetooth

That is correct. Apple devices never overtly connect to each other using Bluetooth.


You seem to (incorrectly) assume that this is part of the method to see your iPad's location on your iPhone.


Use the Find My app to locate a missing device or item - Apple Support

iPad and iPhone location compatibility

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