Have a Bluetooth Problem on iPhone 11/11 Pro (Max)? Here is the Fix

Solution 1. Check If There Is Bluetooth Connection Conflicts

Whenever we have troubles with the basic features of the iPhone, we think that there must be a software-related issue. However, mostly it is the simplest things that can fix the problem. So, check for other devices that might be already connected with the iPhone Bluetooth.

It is obvious that iPhone 11 Bluetooth won’t connect to another device like your car if it is already connected with the earphones or speakers. So, make sure that you have disabled the Bluetooth on other devices available within the range. Once the conflict is removed, the iPhone will connect to any device of your choice.

Solution 2. Update iOS Software

Generally, when there is a pending update for the device, some features start to misbehave. This must be happening to the Bluetooth feature, which is leading to the iPhone 11 Bluetooth not showing devices. Hurry up and update the iPhone to the latest version to get rid of the problem.

1. Open the Settings app > General > Software Update and check for updates. You will see the available updates on the screen.

2. Click on the “Download & Install” option and install the updates immediately.

   

Keeping the device up-to-date is very important for every feature to work efficiently.

Solution 3. Turn off Bluetooth And Restart iPhone 11

When the iPhone 11 won't recognize Bluetooth devices, the ideal thing to do is turning off the Bluetooth and restarting iPhone.

1. Open Settings > Bluetooth and toggle the bar to turn off the feature. Or you can directly access the Control Center to turn off Bluetooth.

   

2. Exit the app and press either of the volume button and the power button until the slider appears on the screen. Drag the slider to the right and turn off the device. Now again press the Side button and wait until you see the Apple logo.

   

Wait for a few minutes and turn on the iPhone 11. Now see if you can see and connect to devices or not.

Solution 4. Forget Bluetooth Device and Pair Again

In order to resolve the iPhone 11 Bluetooth not pairing issue, we need to disconnect the Bluetooth device and pair it again to iPhone.

1. Open Settings > Bluetooth and see the list of previously connected devices. Click on the “i” button to display more information, and you will see the Forget this Device option. Tap on the option to remove the accessory from the iPhone.

   

2. Close the app and relaunch it. Again open Bluetooth settings and turn it on. Place the accessory within the range of the iPhone so that it can be discovered. Once the accessory name is listed on the screen, click on it.

   

You might have to enter PIN or passkey to pair the iPhone with the accessory. Now, you can use the device without any problem.

Solution 5. Disconnect from Bluetooth:

Sometimes, when iPhone 11 Bluetooth won’t connect to the car or some other device, you can try disconnecting the device from the iPhone. To do this, follow the steps below:

1. Launch the Settings app and access Bluetooth settings. Select the device that is misbehaving or having trouble establishing a connection.
2. Click on the “i” icon for more options. Select the Disconnect option to halt the connection with the device and try reconnecting the device after some time.

Solution 6. Reset Network Settings on iPhone 11

Often network related issues lead to problems like iPhone 11 Bluetooth won’t find devices or keep dropping the connection. Such issues can be fixed by Network settings reset. This will remove the settings that might be interrupting the connection. Go to Settings app > General > Reset and select the Reset Network Settings option.

Confirm the reset by entering your device passcode, and your device will restart. Once the default settings are restored, you will be able to connect with the devices again.

Solution 7. Repair iOS System to Fix Bluetooth Issues on iPhone 11

we recommend using UltFone iOS System Repair for the job. This software is specifically designed to resolve more than 50 types of system issues on iOS devices. The Repair Operating System feature is provided to fix all iOS system issues effectively immediately. Moreover, the software has two different modes, Standard Mode and Deep Repair Mode. While the Standard Mode keeps the data intact during repair, the Deep Repair mode completely resets the device erasing every setting and data to give better results.

You can download the software from the official website and use it to fix the Bluetooth problem on your iPhone 11. Here are the steps you need to follow:

• Step 1 Get the software on your system and connect your iPhone with it. Run the program and select the Repair Operating System feature to fix all iOS problems. Click on the Fix Now button to start the repair in Standard mode.

  

• Step 2 The software can automatically detect the device information and provide you a suitable firmware package file for the repair. As the file is large, you might have to wait for the download to finish.

  

• Step 3 Start the operating system repair by clicking on the “Repair Now” button, and the software will fix the OS without causing data loss.

  

You will be notified when the repair process is completed, and the device will reboot. Now, not only will the Bluetooth work fine, but the device performance will improve as well.

Solution 8. Factory Reset iPhone

When there is nothing else that seems to work that might fix the iPhone 11 Bluetooth keeps disconnecting issue, you can choose factory reset as a last resort. But before you erase everything from your iPhone, make sure that you create a backup of the data to restore it afterward.

1. Open Settings and select the General option. Scroll down to find the Reset option and open the menu.

2. Now, select the Erase All Content and Settings option and confirm the reset by entering your device passcode, if any.

   

Now, you can set up your device as new and restore data from the backup. After the factory reset, you will be able to successfully connect your iPhone with the car, speakers, and earphones.