iPhone 15 Pro, Pro Max Wi-Fi & Bluetooth connectivity issues troubling you? Here are potential workarounds to try

The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max have undoubtedly set new standards in the world of smartphones, offering an array of advanced features and capabilities. However, like any other smartphone, they are not immune to occasional connectivity issues. Some users have reported problems with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity on these devices.

In addition to this, iPhone 15 users are facing several other issues such as unresponsive display, speaker rattling on high volume, and more.

Some iPhone 15 Pro users are facing Wi-Fi connectivity issues, where the device struggles to establish or maintain a connection to a Wi-Fi network. Due to this issue users are getting slow or intermittent internet access. Moreover, they are facing difficulty in connecting to known networks.

Fortunately, there are some workarounds that might help you fix issues with Wi-Fi connectivity on iPhone 15 Pro models.

Workaround 1: Adjust routers settings

Users experiencing Wi-Fi connectivity issues, particularly with Unifi UDR, ASUS, CenturyLink Calix C844G, and TP-Link AX5400 Archer routers, can try the following:

1. Access the Unifi UDR web console.
2. Open the Network app in the console.
3. Navigate to Settings and open Wi-Fi settings.
4. In Global AP Settings, reduce the 5 GHz Radio to 80MHz channel width.
5. Save settings.

Workaround 2: Switch to 2.4GHz connection

A temporary compromise involves switching to a stable 2.4GHz connection, acknowledging a potential compatibility issue with certain routers. Some users have reported stability with this adjustment.

Workaround 3: Manually adjusting 5GHz settings

If your iPhone struggles to connect to a 5GHz network or displays an error about a lack of internet connectivity, you can try adjusting router settings:

1. Access your router settings through a web browser using “http://home.”
2. Log in with your username and password.
3. Navigate to 5GHz settings and click advanced settings.
4. Set the channel in the dropdown to 40 (default on auto).
5. Save settings and reconnect your iPhone.

Workaround 4: Toggle networking and wireless in Location Services

For users encountering persistent Wi-Fi issues, toggling networking and wireless off in Location Services may provide a solution:

1. Navigate to Settings.
2. Go to Privacy & Security.
3. Open Location Services and scroll to the bottom to find system services.
4. Toggle off networking and wireless.

As if the Wi-Fi problems weren’t enough, users have also reported issue with connecting Bluetooth devices with their iPhone 15. According to reports, users are having trouble connecting several accessories including AirPods.

Genius Bar employees have reportedly confirmed that this is a known issue and they’ve recommended those affected to wait for software update. However, you can also try some basic troubleshooting steps in order to fix the issue. Check them out below:

Restarting iPhone and Bluetooth Device: A simple yet effective troubleshooting step is to restart both your iPhone and the Bluetooth device. This helps in refreshing their connection and resolving temporary glitches that might be causing connectivity problems.

Forgetting and reconnecting Bluetooth devices: Another solution is to forget and reconnect the Bluetooth devices again. To do this, navigate to your iPhone’s Settings > Bluetooth > locate the ‘i’ icon and tap on it. Now, tap ‘Forget this device’ and confirm it by tapping ‘Forget device’.

Checking for software updates: Outdated software can often be the root cause of Bluetooth issues. Regularly checking for software updates ensures that your iPhone has the latest bug fixes and improvements.

That said, we will make sure to keep this article updated with latest information.

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