Bluetooth might be an old technology by today’s standard but it is still
quite useful
when pairing different accessories with your android smartphone. Therefore, it
is quite annoying when there are problems connecting your Bluetooth device to
your smartphone. These are some common Bluetooth problems and how you can solve
them easily.
Although
the days of sharing data through Bluetooth are gone, it is still quite
essential in many other tasks such as pairing wireless headphones, so it
wouldn’t hurt to simply go through these problems just in case.
I
have gathered some common Bluetooth problems and how they can be easily solved
just by following some simple steps.
1. Pairing Issues
This is one of the biggest
issues Bluetooth devices may face and by far the most common. 90% of the
problems you face when using a Bluetooth device is its inability to pair with other
Bluetooth enabled devices.
Solutions:
Turn it on: This one is a painfully obvious
one but nonetheless quite important because a lot of people forget to actually
turn on the Bluetooth. Double check if you have turned on Bluetooth or not, it
is represented by a tiny Bluetooth symbol right at the top of the screen. If
it’s not there, your Bluetooth is turned off.
Discoverable: Now that you have turned on
your Bluetooth but it is still not being discovered by the other device, there
is a chance that it is not in discovery mode. Going to the Bluetooth settings
and turn on discovery, so that your smartphone or tablet is visible to the
other device.
Security Method: You also need to determine what security method your device
deploys, usually devices are easily paired but some require a code that is
generated by the other device. So make sure you are entering the code right
because otherwise you won’t be able to connect at all.
Proximity: This is another big issue, some devices have a slightly shorter
range of connectivity, so make sure both devices are close to each other. If
you remember the old infrared sharing habits, Bluetooth is a bit more forgiving
than that but if need be, put the devices as close as you can.
Interference: This is a long shot but some older Bluetooth devices tend
to get confused when paired with multiple devices. For example, if your friend
has paired his smartphone with your Bluetooth speaker, it may try to establish
that connection first. So, it would be wise to tell your friend to turn off his
Bluetooth so that you can pair with ease.
Low Charge: Some
devices like a Bluetooth speaker don’t have a battery indicator so your
Bluetooth may be acting up due to low charge. It is highly advised that you
charge both devices before trying to pair.
Restart: This is one of the oldest tricks in the book, restart both
the devices and see if it works. There is a high chance that a simple restart
would iron out all the kinks.
Recognized Device: In other solution to make Bluetooth work is to completely
forget the saved connection. Then re-pair them in a new connection. This can
usually help in strengthening the Bluetooth connectivity.
Avoid Signal Interference: Another reason for Bluetooth not work perfectly is
electronic or radio interference. If you’re standing closely to a Wi-Fi router,
try to move away a bit. Same goes for USB 3.0 devices, distance yourself with
those as well to avoid any kind of interference.
Compatibility: As a
last resort, check to see if both devices are compatible with each other or
not. Some devices may have Bluetooth connectivity but they are not intended to
be used with android devices. So, make sure both devices are fully compatible
with each other.
2. Bluetooth Not Working
If your Bluetooth is not
turning on outright, there can be multiple things wrong with it. These are the
steps that may help you in getting it in a working condition.
Restart it: Try starting the Bluetooth by going into
the settings and pressing the button multiple times. Sometimes Bluetooth button
takes a while to light up, so be patient with it after you press it.
Restart device: Restart your smartphone or tablet and see
if anything changes. Sometimes the hardware fails to register after the device
has remained on for an extended period of time.
Remove Battery: If your smartphone still comes with a
removable battery, I recommend removing the battery and laying your smartphone
down for 10 minutes. Sometimes the static electricity is the culprit in the
malfunctioning Bluetooth.
Visit Repair Center: If all else fails, this is most likely a
hardware issue and can only be repaired by a professional. If your devices have
a warranty, I highly recommend taking it back to the manufacturer and
getting it repaired. If not, you have to bear the expenses and take it to a
repair center yourself.
Conclusion
These are some of the common
Bluetooth problems and how you can solve them, I hope this article has helped
you in some way.
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