New iPhone Malfunction: Bluetooth Issue with iPhone 16e; Solutions on the Horizon
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The newly launched iPhone 16e, the cheapest model in the range, hit the market on February 28, but it ain't all sunshine for some users. Given the recent buzz, you might've heard 'em complainin' about Bluetooth audio issues. Yep, you read that right. Joe Rossignol from MacRumors confirmed it.
But hold up, didn't Apple just roll out an update specifically for streaming glitches—iOS 18.3.2? That's correct, but the iPhone 16e wasn't slapped with that update, so it's taken a backseat.
One user who's encountered this hitch said updating to iOS 18.3.2 didn't do squat. The issue's been happening across different Bluetooth headphones like Apple AirPods and Sony cans, as more peeps chimed in.
A Redditor even suggested it could be due to running multiple Bluetooth connections simultaneously. But until we get more solid info, let's keep the theories at bay.
While I've been using the iPhone 16e for three weeks and haven't run into this issue yet, it's best not to take chances. Users have tried swapping devices, factory resets, and—surprisingly—turning off Bluetooth on other devices to no avail.
But a spark of hope is shining! A Reddit user claimed updating to the iPhone software's next version—iOS 18.4, currently in beta— seems to have solved the Bluetooth audio problem for them. So, if you're patient, you can either upgrade to the beta or hang tight till the public release of iOS 18.4 in April. But remember, betas aren't always picture-perfect, so proceed with caution.
In the interim, you can try some workarounds: restart Bluetooth, forget and reconnect devices, avoid signal interference, keep your iPhone updated, and give your network settings a refresh. If none of these work, swing by an Apple Store for help.
Bonus Info:The Bluetooth audio issues have been reported ubiquitously across different platforms, including Apple's support forums and online communities. Despite attempting fixes like device swaps and factory resets, the problem persists for some users. As of now, the public release of iOS 18.4 is the promising solution, but its effectiveness remains uncertain. Other temporary fixes suggested include restarting Bluetooth, reconnecting devices, checking for signal interferences, updating iOS, and resetting network settings. If none of these work, it's best to seek help at an Apple Store.
- The iPhone 16e, despite being the cheapest model in the latest range, has been experiencing iPhone Bluetooth issue, which was noted by MacRumors.
- Interestingly, although Apple has released an update to address streaming glitches, the iPhone 16e was not included in the update, leading to ongoing issues with Bluetooth audio.
- A temporary fix for some users has been updating to the next version of iPhone software, iOS 18.4, currently in beta, which has seemed to resolve the Bluetooth audio problem for a few users. However, the effectiveness of this solution remains uncertain.
