iOS 18.6 does not have Bluetooth connection protection. When will it be available?

I've noticed many times after using Kaspersky antivirus to connect my Blues headphones, the battery lasted for 1.5-2 hours at medium volume. This was last month. Now, the fully charged box lasts for ~+- 30 minutes.

In the new iOS updates, please pay attention to the security of the Blues connection.


Thank you.


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Posted on Aug 10, 2025 7:22 AM

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Posted on Aug 10, 2025 7:36 AM

There is, to my knowledge, no such thing as Bluetooth Connection protection. And I don't think this is what you mean if the battery in your Bluetooth device isn't lasting as long as it did previously. Over time batteries - ALL BATTERIES, lose their ability to hold the same charge as they did when new.


I'm not sure what the reference to Kaspersky Antivirus software has to do with your issue, but there are are NO ANTIVIRUS Software tools which are in any way helpful on iPhone. There are NO KNOWN viruses for iPhone at all. Using Antivirus Software usually causes issues on iPhone as opposed to helping in any tangible way. The first thing I'd do if I were you is get rid of the Kaspersky software from your phone completely.


Finally, if you thought you were communicating with anyone from Apple here, you aren't. This is a user to user only forum, which Apple doesn't participate, nor read for user feedback. Asking Why or When questions won't get you anywhere at all here.

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Aug 10, 2025 7:36 AM in response to Photographer168

There is, to my knowledge, no such thing as Bluetooth Connection protection. And I don't think this is what you mean if the battery in your Bluetooth device isn't lasting as long as it did previously. Over time batteries - ALL BATTERIES, lose their ability to hold the same charge as they did when new.


I'm not sure what the reference to Kaspersky Antivirus software has to do with your issue, but there are are NO ANTIVIRUS Software tools which are in any way helpful on iPhone. There are NO KNOWN viruses for iPhone at all. Using Antivirus Software usually causes issues on iPhone as opposed to helping in any tangible way. The first thing I'd do if I were you is get rid of the Kaspersky software from your phone completely.


Finally, if you thought you were communicating with anyone from Apple here, you aren't. This is a user to user only forum, which Apple doesn't participate, nor read for user feedback. Asking Why or When questions won't get you anywhere at all here.

Aug 11, 2025 7:53 AM in response to Photographer168

Photographer168 wrote:

I've noticed many times after using Kaspersky antivirus to connect my Blues headphones,

iOS / iPadOS devices cannot infected with Virus / Malware / Spyware *** unless you have intentionally downloaded spurious software or unauthorized apps directly from the internet and installed them on your device or/and have Jailbroken


It (Hacking) also depends on how careful you are in sharing sensitive and valuable information pertaining to your iPhone, such as Passcode, Password, etc, with your friends and family members.


Be judicious when sharing the device's sensitive and valuable information with friends and family members.



**The primary reason for this is Sandboxing. All third-party apps are “sandboxed”, so they are restricted from accessing files stored by other apps or from making changes to the device. Sandboxing is designed to prevent apps from gathering or modifying information stored by other apps.


Security of runtime process in iOS and iPadOS - Apple Support



The sandbox on an iPhone is a security feature that creates a restricted environment for each app to run in isolation from other apps and the operating system. It is a core component of iOS's security architecture and plays a crucial role in making iPhones more secure.



If you doubt the authenticity of the information provided earlier, you have two alternatives:

  1. Accept the credibility of the information provided earlier
  2. Accept that it is impervious to Virus attacks. Just as some individuals hold unconventional beliefs, such as a flat Earth or moon landing denial, one has the freedom to believe in anything. The choice ultimately rests with you in this open and free world.



Aug 11, 2025 7:53 AM in response to SravanKrA

Photographer168 wrote:

I've noticed many times after using Kaspersky antivirus to connect my Blues headphones,

iOS / iPadOS devices cannot infected with Virus / Malware / Spyware *** unless you have intentionally downloaded spurious software or unauthorized apps directly from the internet and installed them on your device or/and have Jailbroken


It (Hacking) also depends on how careful you are in sharing sensitive and valuable information pertaining to your iPhone, such as Passcode, Password, etc, with your friends and family members.


Be judicious when sharing the device's sensitive and valuable information with friends and family members.



**The primary reason for this is Sandboxing. All third-party apps are “sandboxed”, so they are restricted from accessing files stored by other apps or from making changes to the device. Sandboxing is designed to prevent apps from gathering or modifying information stored by other apps.


Security of runtime process in iOS and iPadOS - Apple Support



The sandbox on an iPhone is a security feature that creates a restricted environment for each app to run in isolation from other apps and the operating system. It is a core component of iOS's security architecture and plays a crucial role in making iPhones more secure.



If you doubt the authenticity of the information provided earlier, you have two alternatives:

  1. Accept the credibility of the information provided earlier
  2. Accept that it is impervious to Virus attacks. Just as some individuals hold unconventional beliefs, such as a flat Earth or moon landing denial, one has the freedom to believe in anything. The choice ultimately rests with you in this open and free world.

Aug 11, 2025 7:56 AM in response to Photographer168

Photographer168 wrote:

You can delete everything, and I, like you, want to be sure that Face ID won't crash like it does now, and that thousands of users will benefit from my efforts. Face ID is causing difficulties on newer phone models, and even more interestingly, on phones from other countries. Please hear my call for help and assist. Thank you


If you feel an unauthorized person/app is remotely using, controlling, or monitoring your device, then that is possible only if you have done one or more of the following Don'ts...


  1. Don't hand over an iPhone to kids or a stranger without enabling Guided Access
  2. Don't share Apple IDs
  3. Don't Jailbreak
  4. Don't share sensitive information pertaining to your device
  5. Don't give in to Phishing
  6. Don't plug in your device in Airports and Public places through third-party cables and trust the device. Beware of Juice Jacking. (Especially in India)
  7. Don't leave your iPhone unlocked and unattended in public places like offices, schools, malls, etc.


If one of the above is true, then quickly change the Apple ID Password and Return iPhone settings to their defaults.



iPhones are designed with strong security measures to protect the privacy and data of their owners. One of the key features that ensures this is the requirement of an Apple ID and password or a passcode to access the device's contents. This means that without the owner's authorization, it is nearly impossible for anyone else to open an iPhone and gain access to its data.


  • The Apple ID and password serve as a unique identifier for each user and are used to link the device to the owner's iCloud account.
  • In the event that the owner has chosen to set up a passcode, an additional layer of protection is added.
  • Additionally, enabling two-factor authentication for the Apple ID further enhances the security of the device by requiring a secondary verification step, typically through a trusted device or phone number, to access the account.


With these security measures in place, iPhones offer a high level of protection against unauthorized access. Even if someone physically possesses the device, they will find it extremely challenging to access its contents without the owner's Apple ID and password or the passcode. This helps safeguard sensitive information, personal data, and ensures the privacy of the iPhone's owner.


It is worth noting that while these security measures provide strong protection against unauthorized access, it is essential for iPhone owners to choose strong and unique passcodes or passwords. This minimizes the risk of brute-force attacks or password-guessing attempts.




Aug 11, 2025 6:28 AM in response to Photographer168

Photographer168 wrote:

You can delete everything, and I, like you, want to be sure that Face ID won't crash like it does now, and that thousands of users will benefit from my efforts. Face ID is causing difficulties on newer phone models, and even more interestingly, on phones from other countries. Please hear my call for help and provide assistance. Thank you

What does Face ID have to do with the original post you made about Bluetooth Devices and security? Again, this is a user to user only forum. I now don't even know what help it is you're looking for?

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