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tiopablo Author

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My iPad and iPhone won’t pair up

iPad and iPhone won’t pair up , says iPad is not supported

iPad, iPadOS 16

Posted on Jun 3, 2023 4:20 PM

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FoxFifth

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Posted on Jun 3, 2023 4:25 PM

Bluetooth pairing an iPhone and a Mac or an iPad is not supported.

If you are attempting to use Handoff/Continuity or AirDrop, that does involve Bluetooth but the devices are NOT paired; Bluetooth just needs to be on and the devices in range of each other. The following may help with Handoff/Continuity issues: Use Continuity to connect your Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch - Apple Support

Also see Share files between your Mac and Bluetooth devices - Apple Support

And see the information in: Bluetooth: Why can't I pair my iPhone or … - Apple Community

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