Bluetooth connectivity issues with all devices after iOS 26.1 update

So after 26.01 I started losing Bluetooth connectivity with all of my Bluetooth devices, including wireless CarPlay. Updated to iOS 26.1 and still the same problems persist. I have tried multiple resets of my network. I have completed all of the deletion of my Bluetooth devices and tried reinstalling. Somebody suggested that potentially it’s caused by a VPN third-party app I also deleted my VPN app and nothing. If anybody has any solid solutions, I would love to hear them as it’s super frustrating?

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Original Title: Bluetooth issues IOS 26.1

iPhone 13, iOS 26

Posted on Nov 4, 2025 12:00 AM

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Nov 4, 2025 12:34 AM in response to Smilin-Brian

Hi thanks for replying. I’ve only restarted my phone around 35 times since iOS 26.01 was released. Until Apple fixes the bug I’m out of options I fear. Super frustrating

Mpsgw

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Nov 9, 2025 3:48 AM in response to Garethreynolds

Bluetooth is losing connection on my Apple Watch 7 after I downloaded iso 26.1

Nov 20, 2025 4:51 PM in response to Garethreynolds

Same issues and watch started going to spinning icon 50 times a day for no reason.

lynneed

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32 points

Nov 29, 2025 6:20 PM in response to Garethreynolds

Same. Between my phone not working and my time trying to resolve the issue, it's killing my productivity.

DCAFLOCK

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Dec 8, 2025 2:58 PM in response to Garethreynolds

I just updated to iOS 26.1 and now I can either have sound on my iPhone or Bluetooth but not both!! This is definitely an apple problem as everything has been fine for years until this upgrade!!

Dec 13, 2025 3:14 AM in response to Garethreynolds

Iphone7

Nov 4, 2025 12:18 AM in response to Garethreynolds

Good morning and thank you for replying with your concerns, Garethreynolds. 😉

I am so sorry for your inconvenience regarding the Bluetooth connectivity on your iPhone.

Thank you for mentioning the steps you have taken, such as deleting the VPN connection.

Have you restarted your iPhone?

Learn how to ⇢ Resolve Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues caused by wireless interference.

Try ⇢ Apple Support for assistance. ⇣

Good luck! 👋🏼😉

Nov 24, 2025 8:22 AM in response to Garethreynolds

my wife and I just got iphone 17’s last week. We just updated them to 26.1 and now bluetooth wont connect to our Tesla Model 3. Also i’m unable to airdrop to my Macbook pro on Mac OS Ventura.

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