Bluetooth issues on iPhone 17 Pro Max running iOS 26

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Bluetooth issues on iPhone 17 Pro Max running iOS 26

I am constantly getting unwanted connections, disconnections, no connection etc all while the iPhone tells me I’m connected. Yesterday I’m on a call using my AirPods Pro and suddenly, audio switches to my watch speaker. Many times my phone says I’m connected but I’m not. And audio stay on AirPods feature does not work all the time. My CarPlay grabs it. I’m on a call with my AirPods Pro working on my iPad and the iPad grabs the audio. Then sends it back to the phone. It is so frustrating.

oh and by the how many of you see your iPhone randomly automatically mutes itself. It’s just sitting on the counter while I’m on a call with my AirPods Pro and the phone literally just mutes itself. Very fostering.

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Original Title: Bluetooth is broken iOS13 was the best

iPhone 17 Pro Max, iOS 26

Posted on Sep 26, 2025 2:41 PM

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Answer 1

Old Toad

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Sep 26, 2025 4:02 PM in response to David Chippi

Give the following a try:

1 -Force restart iPhone - Apple Support

2 - How to reset your AirPods and AirPods Pro - Apple Support

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Answer 2

param111

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Oct 13, 2025 6:46 PM in response to lovergirldre111

Yeah, I’ve realized that whenever Apple rolls out a new iOS version, the first few months are usually super glitchy. It’s honestly not worth installing it right away. I usually wait for 2–3 months after the release — Apple has a bit of a reputation for pushing out buggy early builds before things finally stabilize.

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Answer 3

Oct 2, 2025 8:31 AM in response to David Chippi

Commenting to say that I am experiencing the same dang thing! It is so frustrating. I thought the stereo in my car needed an update but turns out that was wrong. I'm experiencing the same with my airpods too. Hoping a future update will fix this because it is ANNOYING.

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Answer 4

Oct 7, 2025 5:40 AM in response to lovergirldre111

i also am having this issue with airpods and car. I have taken the patch thinking it would fix it....no luck there.

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Answer 5

g800

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Oct 9, 2025 12:42 PM in response to David Chippi

Having same and similar issues ... iphone 17 pro max and airpods pro 3 ... constantly disconnecting, constantly sounding garbled on the phone. Even after the supposed bluetooth fix. What gives?

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