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iPhone 16 not connecting to Sony headphones

I recently upgraded to an iPhone 16 but can’t get my Sony headphones to connect via the Bluetooth no matter what I try - has anyone else had this problem and how did you manage to resolve?

Posted on Mar 20, 2025 2:25 PM

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Posted on Mar 21, 2025 2:01 AM

first time one connects a bluetooth headset one has to put the headset into pairing / discovery mode

depending of the model of sony headset try reading

How to connect my Sony Bluetooth Headphones or Earbuds - pairing procedures explained | Sony UK

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sony headphones pairing mode - Google-

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Mar 21, 2025 2:01 AM in response to Kimsam123

first time one connects a bluetooth headset one has to put the headset into pairing / discovery mode

depending of the model of sony headset try reading

How to connect my Sony Bluetooth Headphones or Earbuds - pairing procedures explained | Sony UK

more

sony headphones pairing mode - Google-

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