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Apple iPhone 16e Faces Bluetooth Audio Issues, Update Expected in April

Users report intermittent stuttering during Bluetooth audio playback, potentially linked to multiple device connections, with a software fix anticipated in iOS 18.4.

Overview

  • The iPhone 16e, launched on February 28, has been experiencing Bluetooth audio stuttering issues reported by multiple users on forums and social media.
  • The problem occurs when streaming audio via Bluetooth, particularly when connected to multiple devices like headphones and wearables simultaneously.
  • Attempts to resolve the issue through software updates, including the recently released iOS 18.3.2, have not been successful, and hardware replacements have not resolved the problem either.
  • Some users participating in the iOS 18.4 beta report that the issue appears to be resolved, suggesting a software fix may be included in the public release expected in April.
  • Apple has not officially acknowledged the issue but is reportedly investigating through user diagnostics, and affected users are advised to limit Bluetooth connections or wait for the upcoming update.