iPhone 17 Bluetooth won't connect to device

iphone 17 bleutooth wil not connect with device it finds the device but cannt connect because it is not in power but other iphones can connect?

my apple watch stays connected.

Is there a switch witch doesn't allow new devices?


iPhone 17 Pro, iOS 26

Posted on Jan 30, 2026 7:59 AM

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Posted on Jan 30, 2026 9:35 AM

Many devices only allow pairing with one phone at a time. My amplifier will not connect to my phone if my ipad was at some time connected, even if no longer connected. I have to press the Reset button on the amplifier.

Try to reset the device.

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iPhone 17 Bluetooth won't connect to device

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