How to connect bluetooth on iphone 5s

Like many popular smartphones that are available on the market now, the iPhone 5 has Bluetooth. This allows it to wirelessly sync with compatible devices so that you can use them with your phone. However, you need to have Bluetooth enabled on your iPhone in order to connect with these devices. So if you have a Bluetooth device that you want to pair with your iPhone, then you can follow the steps below to turn on Bluetooth.

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Note that turning on Bluetooth will expedite the depletion of your battery. So if you are not using or paired with a Bluetooth device, it’s a good idea to follow the steps below and turn off Bluetooth when you are done using your Bluetooth device.

Step 1: Touch the Settings icon.

How to connect bluetooth on iphone 5s

Step 2: Touch the Bluetooth option at the top of the screen.

How to connect bluetooth on iphone 5s

Step 3: Move the slider next to Bluetooth from the left to the right. You will know that Bluetooth is turned on because there will be shading around the slider, plus you will see a Bluetooth icon in the status bar at the top of the screen.

How to connect bluetooth on iphone 5s

You can then turn on your Bluetooth device and select it from the list at the bottom of the screen. You may need a PIN to connect to the device, so check the documentation for that information. If you are still having trouble pairing with your Bluetooth device, then you can read this article about syncing with Bluetooth headphones for some more detailed information.

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How to connect bluetooth on iphone 5s

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Pair your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch with your Bluetooth accessories so you can stream music and videos, make phone calls, and more.

Depending on the apps that you're using, you may see an alert that says you need to enable Bluetooth before you can pair an accessory with Bluetooth. Go to Settings > Privacy and tap Bluetooth. Then turn on Bluetooth for the apps you want to use.

How to connect bluetooth on iphone 5s
 

Pair your device with a Bluetooth accessory

  1. On your device, go to Settings > Bluetooth and turn on Bluetooth. Stay on this screen until you've completed the steps to pair your accessory. 
  2. Place your accessory in discovery mode and wait for it to appear on your device. If you can't see it or aren't sure how to make it discoverable, check the instructions that came with your accessory or contact the manufacturer.
  3. To pair, tap your accessory name when it appears on the screen. You may need to enter the PIN or passcode. If you aren't sure what your PIN or passcode is, check the documentation for your accessory.

After you've paired your accessory, you can use it with your device. To pair multiple Bluetooth accessories, repeat these steps. You can also find out how to switch audio sources for your device.

How to connect bluetooth on iphone 5s

Unpair a Bluetooth accessory

To unpair a Bluetooth accessory, tap Settings > Bluetooth, find the device you want to unpair, tap the info button 

How to connect bluetooth on iphone 5s
 , then tap Forget this Device. This will remove the accessory from the list of available Bluetooth devices.

To add the Bluetooth accessory to your device again, place it back in discovery mode and repeat the steps above to pair it.

How to connect bluetooth on iphone 5s

If you can’t pair your Bluetooth accessory

If you're still unable to pair your Bluetooth accessory with your device, find out what to do.

How to connect bluetooth on iphone 5s

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Published Date: November 24, 2021

Does iPhone 5s support Bluetooth?

From the home screen, select the Settings app. Select Bluetooth. Select the Bluetooth switch to turn it on or off. Note: To optimize battery life, turn Bluetooth off when not in use.

Why is my iPhone not finding a Bluetooth device?

Make sure that your Bluetooth accessory and iOS or iPadOS device are close to each other. Turn your Bluetooth accessory off and back on again. Make sure that your Bluetooth accessory is on and fully charged or connected to power. If your accessory uses batteries, see if they need to be replaced.

How do I get my iPhone to recognize a Bluetooth device?

Pair your device with a Bluetooth accessory.
On your device, go to Settings > Bluetooth and turn on Bluetooth. ... .
Place your accessory in discovery mode and wait for it to appear on your device. ... .
To pair, tap your accessory name when it appears onscreen..

Is iPhone 5s Bluetooth 5.0 compatible?

Right now, nothing. As we mentioned earlier, Bluetooth 5.0 is currently supported on iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, HomePod and the 2018 MacBook Pro with Touch Bar.