There is crackling or static noise coming when i connect iphone 16 to the car’s bluetooth

There is crackling sound or static noise coming when i connect iPhone 16 to cars bluetooth and it is really irritating and i tried restarting and reseting and pairing and unpairing also restarted the phone and the issue still comes, my iPhone 15 connects fine but it is happening on my iPhone 16 and i am not able to enjoy my music and my cars bluetooth firmware is also updated and my airpods work fine too issue is only with car’s bluetooth, it is from sony and model xav …something and updated and the phone is updated to ios 18.3.2

iPhone 16

Posted on Mar 22, 2025 03:44 PM

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Apr 1, 2025 11:19 PM in response to AlWeir

Done all the things, updated yesterday to ios 18.4, still the issue is coming, my other bluetooth things are working fine, the issue is only with cars bluetooth, and i have a iphone 15 which works fine and all other devices work fine with my cars bluetooth, the issue is only with iphone 16 , sometimes the crackling sound doesnt come when connected, but most of the time its there, the crackling noise comes even when song is not playing, it starts coming as i connect bluetooth

Mar 23, 2025 05:24 AM in response to Aniket_91

If you're experiencing crackling or static noise when connecting your iPhone 16 to your car's Bluetooth, it could be due to interference, poor signal, or software issues. Try troubleshooting by ensuring your iPhone is updated, moving closer to the car's Bluetooth receiver, and checking for any nearby devices causing interference. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown of potential causes and solutions:


1. Interference:

  • Other devices:
  • Bluetooth and Wi-Fi signals can interfere with each other. Try turning off or moving away from other devices like Wi-Fi routers, Bluetooth speakers, or mobile devices that might be emitting signals on the same frequency. 
  • Wireless interference:
  • Radio signals from other sources can also cause interference. Try moving to a different location or changing the Bluetooth frequency. 

2. Poor Signal:

  • Distance:
  • If your iPhone is too far from the car's Bluetooth receiver, the signal might weaken and cause static. Try moving closer to the receiver. 
  • Obstructions:
  • Physical objects between your iPhone and the car's Bluetooth receiver can also block the signal. 

3. Software Issues:

  • Outdated software:
  • Make sure your iPhone and car's infotainment system are running the latest software versions. 
  • App issues:
  • If the problem only occurs with a specific app, try listening to audio from a different app to see if the issue is app-specific. 
  • Network Reset:
  • You can try resetting your iPhone's network settings, which can sometimes resolve Bluetooth connectivity issues. 

4. Other potential issues:

  • Loose connections: Check the connections to the car's speakers and amplifier for any loose or damaged cables.
  • Amplifier issues: If the car's amplifier is faulty, it could cause static or crackling.
  • Excessively loud volumes: Playing audio at very high volumes can sometimes cause distortion or crackling. 

Troubleshooting Steps:

  1. Update Software: Ensure your iPhone and car's infotainment system are updated to the latest software versions. 
  2. Move Closer: Try moving your iPhone closer to the car's Bluetooth receiver. 
  3. Check for Interference: Turn off or move away from other devices that could be causing interference. 
  4. Test with Different Apps: Listen to audio from different apps to see if the issue is app-specific. 
  5. Reset Network Settings: Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset Network Settings. 
  6. Check Car Audio System: Inspect the car's speakers and amplifier for any loose connections or damage. 
  7. Consult Car Manual: Refer to your car's manual for troubleshooting tips specific to your car's Bluetooth system. 
  8. Contact Apple Support: If the problem persists, contact Apple Support for further assistance. 

Apr 6, 2025 03:34 PM in response to demo84

No, as i connect it to bluetooth the crackling noise starts and my iphone is fully updated and brand new and cars system too… and now there is new problem when i connect my phone to home theater through Bluetooth and if a song is playing and i try to change a song the audio gets stopped bluetooth still connected but song sound is not coming, had to turn bluetooth off and on again again whenever i want to change a song, as a musical artist its very frustrating to see issues related to playing music this started happening after i updated to ios 18.4 and none of the problems were fixed, my iphone 15 is still working fine problem is only with 16

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