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KOKOtm Author

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45 points

iOS 18 Bluetooth Connection problems

Is anyone experiencing Bluetooth problems like me? After some time, connected devices like Apple Watch disconnects and connects every minute, and new devices that should connect like CarPlay don't even connect. I got this also during beta and tried disconnects and repair, network settings reset and reinstalling from iCloud Backup. Nothing worked, only doing a hard reboot. Then it works for half a day until the bug strikes again. Very annoying....

iPhone 15 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Sep 19, 2024 2:16 PM

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aless16

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38 points

Posted on Sep 21, 2024 1:57 PM

I have the same problem connecting to my car Bluetooth after updating to the new iOS. Really annoying!

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Nesim75

Level 1

10 points

Sep 21, 2024 12:50 AM in response to KOKOtm

I have a a similar issue using phonak hearing aids while streaming phone calls. One hearing aid drops out and reconnects every 30-60seconds. And as others have mentioned, sound quality is poor !

Sep 21, 2024 1:29 AM in response to KOKOtm

Hi i have this issue too

my Apple Watch connect and disconnect

connect again disconnect again 😭😭😭

Sep 22, 2024 1:03 PM in response to KOKOtm

Same thing here, both with AppleWatch, with CarPlay (BMW) and even more annoying with my AirPods or Bluetooth speakers (Bosé and JBL). It all started with the iOS update. I hope there is a fix soon

Paul899

Level 1

8 points

Sep 23, 2024 3:02 AM in response to KOKOtm

Having a similar issue when connecting the phone to headphones and a portable speaker(via Bluetooth). They both have these small breaks when I lock the screen, charge the phone, etc.

Sep 23, 2024 6:07 AM in response to KOKOtm

Same here with iPhone 16 pro and Apple Watch 4. Suddenly disconnections and unnable to connect if they are a some meters away

Lomcd25

Level 1

14 points

Sep 23, 2024 8:49 PM in response to Brian Mcquillian

I agree with you! I had that problem this morning

Sep 24, 2024 9:56 AM in response to KOKOtm

I use a wired connection (aux) in my car (too old for Bluetooth) and this has stopped working with IOS18 - can no longer play my music through my car speakers - this is rubbish!

Sep 24, 2024 12:01 PM in response to Brandonn1228

This did NOT work for me, unfortunately.

Sep 24, 2024 6:34 PM in response to km37ways

Almost bought a new speaker because I thought that was the problem. Going to try deleting and reinstalling.

Every Apple update causes me issues☹️

LWx91

Level 1

12 points

Sep 24, 2024 10:58 PM in response to KOKOtm

Can’t connect with my Mac Air M1, says device not supported. It’s getting super annoying using apple, there seems to be a new problem everyday!

Sep 25, 2024 5:14 AM in response to KOKOtm

I have been facing this issue when I’m connected to CarPlay and to my AirPods Pro. The audio gets disconnected when I lock and unlock my phone. This happens mainly when connected via Bluetooth.

Sep 26, 2024 5:07 PM in response to Rydog1123

I also have the same problems about Bluetooth and car play very disappointed about this update

Sep 28, 2024 12:28 AM in response to KOKOtm

I updated and suddenly all my air buds and speakers are skipping like connection issues. Just walking on the street my music has started to break up.

Sophy818

Level 1

8 points

Sep 28, 2024 1:06 AM in response to reboot76

I’m having the same issue. My car Bluetooth cuts in and out when my phone is on resting mode. So annoying.

Sep 28, 2024 4:55 PM in response to KOKOtm

Having same issues since 11:30CDT today. Been awful, especially with phone calls and BT hearing aids.

iOS 18 Bluetooth Connection problems