How to fix the most annoying Bluetooth headphone problems

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View this email in your browser  |  Manage newsletter subscriptions By Whitson Gordon | 11.01.22 Most major flagship phones have done away with the headphone jack in 2022, and Bluetooth headphones are as popular as ever. Even though it's nice that there's no cord to catch on the doorknob when I'm leaving the house, Bluetooth has its own share of quirks. Before you start pressing buttons and tweaking settings, see whether you can find the source of the problem: It could be your earbuds, sure, but it could also be your phone or even the app you're using to play music. If you can determine the source of the problem, you might have a better idea of where to focus your troubleshooting efforts. Here are some of the most common issues you may encounter, and how to fix them. If you buy something using links in our stories, we may earn a commission. This helps support our journalism. Learn more. How to Fix the Most Annoying Bluetooth Headphone Problems Wireless headphones and earbuds are convenient, but they come with a host of tricky troubleshooting problems. Here's how to fix them all. The Best Wireless Earbuds for Every Need Ready to cut the cord? These are our favorite buds that will never, ever get tangled. The Best Wireless Earbuds for Working Out Rock your inner jock with a pair of sturdy, sweatproof, and tangle-proof headphones. Here are our favorites. The 18 Best Wireless Headphones for Everyone Whether you need workout earbuds or gaming over-ears, these WIRED-tested picks sound like a million bucks. Looking for New Headphones or Earbuds? Take Our Quiz We've tested dozens of over-ear headphones and earbuds. Here's how to find your perfect, WIRED-approved pair. GET WIRED Get WIRED for just $29.99 $5. Includes the print edition plus editor in chief Gideon Lichfield's column, System Update. Subscribe now. Have questions or comments? Reply to this email.   When you buy something using the retail links in this email, we earn a small affiliate commission. Read more about how this works.   This email was sent to you by WIRED. To ensure delivery to your inbox (not bulk or junk folders), please add our email address, wired@newsletters.wired.com, to your address book.   View our Privacy Policy Unsubscribe or manage your newsletter subscriptions