Q: when trying to pair my iPhone with my MacBook, the iPhone shows a message saying the MacBook is not supported. What does it mean and how should I proceed?

when trying to pair up my iPhone and my Macbook Air through Bluetooth, the MacBook recognizes and connects the iPhone but the Iphone shows a message saying the Mac is not supported and prompts the option to forget the device.

iPhone 5, iOS 7.1.1

Posted on May 13, 2014 12:10 AM

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FoxFifth May 13, 2014 2:46 PM in response to oceanico
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May 13, 2014 2:46 PM in response to oceanico

Pairing an iPhone with a computer via Bluetooth is only supported for tethering (i.e., personal hotspot or sharing the phone's cellular internet connection) and that is only possible if your cellular plan allows it. Following is a list of supported bluetooth profiles: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3647

If you are attempting to connect for use as a personal hotspot, the following may help: http://support.apple.com/kb/TS2756
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