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This article explains how to pair a Bluetooth speaker to your iPhone or Android smartphone. Some Android buttons and menu options may vary slightly.
The process of pairing a Bluetooth speaker with an iPhone only needs to happen once. Once a Bluetooth speaker is successfully paired to an iPhone, it should automatically connect each time it's powered on.
Place the Bluetooth device in pairing mode.
On the iPhone, open the Settings app.
Ensure Bluetooth functionality is switched on. If the Bluetooth toggle switch is green, Bluetooth is enabled, and nothing needs to be changed. If not, select the toggle to turn on Bluetooth.
Scroll down to Other Devices and look for the Bluetooth speaker on the list. Be patient, as it may take a moment to show up.
Make sure the Bluetooth speaker is in pairing mode during this time.
When the speaker appears, select the device name to connect. It takes a few seconds for the two devices to pair. When done, the status updates to Connected on the screen.
Same as with an iPhone, the process of connecting a Bluetooth speaker to an Android device only needs to happen one time. Once a Bluetooth speaker is successfully paired to your device, it should automatically connect each time it is powered on.
Navigate to Connected devices, and turn on the Bluetooth toggle switch, if it's not enabled.
Select Bluetooth to view the options.
Select Pair new device to place the Bluetooth device in pairing mode.
Look for the Bluetooth speaker's name on the list. Be patient as it may take a moment to show up.
Make sure the Bluetooth speaker is in pairing mode during this time.
Select the speaker's name to connect to it. It takes a few seconds for the devices to pair. When done, the screen shows that the speaker is connected.
Some popular Bluetooth speakers can be connected in tandem to a single phone to achieve stereo sound or to enhance volume. If you have a pair of speakers that can connect at once, download the manufacturer’s mobile application from either the Google Play or Apple App Store to get started.
For example, Logitech's popular brand of Ultimate Ears speakers can be paired by downloading one of the company's available apps. Check with the manufacturer to see if the feature is possible with your speakers.
Before you pair anything, place the Bluetooth speaker into pairing mode, allowing it to be discovered by your phone for the initial setup. While each speaker enters pairing mode in a different method, these two suggestions should enable you to figure out how to get your speaker to comply quickly. If the tips below don't apply to your device, check the speaker manufacturer's user guide for further instruction.
With your Bluetooth speaker now discoverable, pair it to your iPhone or Android phone.
To pair to a Windows laptop or desktop, make sure Bluetooth is enabled by either right-clicking the Bluetooth icon in the Notifications area or going to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Devices and Printers. Select the device in the list and enter a PIN if prompted and select Connect.
There can be a number of reasons why Bluetooth won't connect. You could have incompatible Bluetooth versions. Or it could be a physical issue such as the devices are too far apart, one of the devices has a low battery, or not in pairing mode.
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