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    Can't disable the Internal Bluetooth controller on BootCamp to use a BT dongle.

    Hello, My Macbook pro has a big problem with the Bluetooth. I finally got a BT dongle compatible with my Mac but I can't use it on Bootcamp. I tried to deativate the internal bluetooth device on the devices manager. I also tried 3 different BT devices but I don't know how to select the default...
  2. Permanent Sigh

    Anyone else having headphone and Bluetooth issues with 14.4?

    I have been using a pair of wireless Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones regularly since getting them in the summer of 2020 and only recently (the last few days) starting experiencing random disconnects for no reason. I have to turn the headphones off and back on for them to reconnect. There is no...
  3. circatee

    Reboot and No Bluetooth connections

    Today, I purchased an M1 Mac Mini, 2020 with 512GB SSD. Finished setting it up (manually), a few hours ago. And, started using it, as if I would on a day to day basis. I paused for a moment, chatting to the Missus. Look around, and the Mac Mini restarted on its own. Then, I could not log in...
  4. cloud_n1n3

    AirPods can work on an iPad 1

    It is possible to pair AirPods with an iPad Generation 1. It even outputs sound, although it cannot automatically turn off, and you cannot change any of the AirPod’s settings (without using a newer device that should support AirPods). Cool. :cool:
  5. D

    AirPods Max Bluetooth Turntable Issue

    Hi, Im hoping someone can suggest a fix for this. I have Sony PSLX310BT turntable. I can get the AirPods Max to connect to it, however the volume control does not have any effect so I’m stuck with one fairly loud sound level. im a little disappointed with this as I have had cheaper headphones...
    • daleksec
    • Thread
    • airpods max bluetooth sony turntable
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: AirPods
  6. Krutav

    Upgrade Your MacBook's Wireless Card! (WiFI AC + BT4.2) (Open Source Guide!)

    If you're like me and still holding on to a Unibody MacBook from 2010 - 2012, you'll have noticed that the wireless connectivity can be lacking on these models! While this guide won't cover Macbooks made in 2009 and prior (at least not yet), I will be focussing on Macbooks made from 2010...
    • Krutav
    • Thread
    • 13 inch 15 inch 2011 bluetooth macbook macbook air macbook pro unibody wifi ac wireless
    • Replies: 34
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  7. T

    I can't figure out why my iPhone keeps disconnecting from my car ...

    Lately when I am listening to music on my iPhone 11 Pro through my car stereo (via Bluetooth) and I ask Siri a question, (sometimes) my music will quit playing through via Bluetooth and will start playing on the built in speaker on my iPhone. When I look at my car stereo it says that it is still...
    • ToddJ
    • Thread
    • audio bluetooth bluetooth audio car iphone 11 vehicle
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: iOS 14
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    Why are bluetooth devices combined together when initially connected onto different user profiles?

    So quick run down: I connect my AirPods to my profile A. I give the MacBook to user B. User B switches to their profile. User B can access all my bluetooth devices along with theirs. I, User A, switch back to my profile A. I can also access user B's bluetooth devices. Why are bluetooth...
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    Logitech MX Master 3 No longer working after update

    I was using the MX 3 as my primary mouse for my M1 MBP but after the recent update (11.2) it stopped working. The mouse works fine on my windows pc and the forward/back buttons also work fine. The only issue is that the mouse doesn't move when I move it. I've tried restarting multiple times, I...
  10. khrahaf

    iPhone 5 or earlier Bluetooth headset the other party can't hear me on any internet calls

    I have iPhone 4S, I bought new bluetooth headset, it is working fine on normal calls, but when using it on internet calls like WhatsApp calls or Messenger calls etc… the other party can’t hear me but I hear him very well, and the Audio button is flickering between (Audio symbol with 3 brackets)...
    • khrahaf
    • Thread
    • bluetooth call headphone ios iphone iphone 4s whatsapp
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: iPhone
  11. imdog

    Should I Return M1? Screen-tearing on LG5K & Bluetooth Issues

    Hi, I've been having a lot of issues with my M1 Mac mini unfortunately. The most of any Apple Product I've ever used! So I got the Mac mini (16GB/1TB) & the LG Ultrafine 5K for Christmas. I have 2 days left in my return window so I have to make my decision pretty quick. These are the issues I...
    • imdog
    • Thread
    • apple silicon big sur bluetooth display m1 apple silicon m1 chip m1 mac m1 mac mini
    • Replies: 20
    • Forum: Apple Silicon (Arm) Macs
  12. Eggtastic

    Bluetooth not working: iPhone 12 pro

    My iPhone 12 pro cannot recognize any of my previous bluetooth options (headphones, car, keyboard, etc.). My iPhone X which I still have worked flawlessly. Now when I try it, it recognizes the keyboard (MX keys) but when I go to connect it fails to connect. I tried just about everything; turning...
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    Problems with mx master 3 and logi options

    I have the made for Mac version so no unifying dongle. M1 air When I turn my mx master 3 on 80% of the time the buttons and gestures will be all messed up. My back and forward buttons won’t work on safari, middle click doesn’t work, none of the gestures except for pressing the gesture work. And...
  14. chucker23n1

    Bluetooth headset and Microsoft Teams: flaky mic

    I have a pair of Bluetooth earbuds (Beats Flex) and am trying to use them with Teams on a Mac, currently running 11.1 (20C69). A few times, I noticed the mic just stopping after about five minutes. Disconnect the call, reconnect, and it works again. Today, it just flat-out didn't work right...
    • chucker23n1
    • Thread
    • bluetooth microsoft teams
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: macOS
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    Poll: Are you having bluetooth issues with your M1 mac?

    There has been a lot of talk about bluetooth issues with M1 macs. I am interested to know what proportion of people are having these issues. Let’s do a poll.
  16. foxfire_pt

    Security Update 2020-001 Catalina broke some bluetooth devices

    Hello today my dad installed "Security Update 2020-001 Catalina" on my old Mackbook retina 15 ( 2012 ) and it broke his A1016 Apple Wireless Keyboard ( it is the old transparent white one ). First i thought it was his macbook, so i tried the usual SMC, PROM , delete Bluetooth files and...
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    iPhone X Bluetooth audio cuts off ONLY on iPhone X and ONLY at home

    Since late august, bluetooth audio cuts off on ALL bluetooth devices, only on mi Iphone X and ONLY in my home, elsewhere is fine. I got my iPhone replaced at the apple store three times and it stays the same. I need help i don’t know what to do, it doesn’t happen to any other device in my home...
    • vegea8
    • Thread
    • audio bluetooth interference
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: iPhone
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    macOS Cannot write characteristic to bluetooth device on macos 10.15 due to encryption reasons

    Hi folks, I want to connect a bluetooth device on macos 10.15 for development reasons. But any read/write operstion to the characteristics fails with this message: The console app of macos show the following corresponding error: In the Bluetooth settings the Countour device is paired...
  19. Totalkaputt

    While in car and connected to Bluetooth: new SIRI restrictions?

    Before IOS 14 "Hey Siri, turn the iPhone's display brighter!" worked flawlessly while connected to my car's bluetooth (no CarPlay) and navigating at night. But now she refuses to execute tasks like this. "Ich kann das jetzt nicht tun" (German for "I can't do this now"). Since I updated to IOS 14...
  20. GGJstudios

    Big Sur sound output issue

    Installed Big Sur on Early 2015 MBP, upgrading from Mojave. I was looking forward to AirPods Pro automatically switching between my iPhone and Mac. Instead, I lost functionality. I can manually connect the AirPods to the Mac, but it doesn't output sound to them and disconnects them after...
    • GGJstudios
    • Thread
    • airpods airpods pro automatic switching big sur bluetooth macos sound output
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: macOS Big Sur (11)
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