iPad starting dropping wireless speaker during audio feed of videos. Tried to reconnect using “forget device”, then trying to reconnect. It worked for a few times, (it kept reoccurring). Not able to connect at all now.
tryied clearing, restarting….
during a few of attempts to reconnect, it was calling iPad “ iPhone 8, then it would connect. My iPad name is iPad
iPad, iPadOS 18
Hi bettefromanacortes
welcome to this Apple (user-to-user) Community!
Re: "iPad shows incorrect name when wireless speaker trying to connect" ".... during a few of attempts to reconnect, it was calling iPad “ iPhone 8, then it would connect. My iPad name is iPad "
Wondering whether turning Bluetooth for the speaker off, and back on, helps things return to normal.
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If not: You might want to check whether or not your iPad has the most recent iPadOS 18 update installed:
For the latest iPad OS 18 : About iPadOS 18 Updates - Apple Support says iPadOS 18.7.2
"This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users".
(iPadOS 26.1 is also available for those whose iPads are compatible, and want to upgrade and install it.)
If needed: You can check for updates in Settings > General > Software updates.
Reminder: It is always wise to back-up your iPad beforehand, if you choose to update / upgrade iPadOS version.
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If already using iPadOS 18.7.2 (or iPadOS 26.1)
You might want to try restarting the iPad again (ie: deletes temporary files, re-establishes connections, may update any recent setting changes etc, and often restores order if something is not working as expected.)
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Re: "Not able to connect at all now. tryied clearing, restarting…."
If you still need help with connecting to the speaker:
See what to do: If a Bluetooth accessory won't connect to your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support
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For connection "dropping" difficulties:
If your speaker won't stay connected wirelessly, there might be interference with other wireless devices.
You may need to: Resolve Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues caused by wireless interference - Apple Support
All the best :-)
Hi bettefromanacortes
welcome to this Apple (user-to-user) Community!
Re: "iPad shows incorrect name when wireless speaker trying to connect" ".... during a few of attempts to reconnect, it was calling iPad “ iPhone 8, then it would connect. My iPad name is iPad "
Wondering whether turning Bluetooth for the speaker off, and back on, helps things return to normal.
__________________________
If not: You might want to check whether or not your iPad has the most recent iPadOS 18 update installed:
For the latest iPad OS 18 : About iPadOS 18 Updates - Apple Support says iPadOS 18.7.2
"This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users".
(iPadOS 26.1 is also available for those whose iPads are compatible, and want to upgrade and install it.)
If needed: You can check for updates in Settings > General > Software updates.
Reminder: It is always wise to back-up your iPad beforehand, if you choose to update / upgrade iPadOS version.
_________________________
If already using iPadOS 18.7.2 (or iPadOS 26.1)
You might want to try restarting the iPad again (ie: deletes temporary files, re-establishes connections, may update any recent setting changes etc, and often restores order if something is not working as expected.)
_________________
Re: "Not able to connect at all now. tryied clearing, restarting…."
If you still need help with connecting to the speaker:
See what to do: If a Bluetooth accessory won't connect to your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support
______________________
For connection "dropping" difficulties:
If your speaker won't stay connected wirelessly, there might be interference with other wireless devices.
You may need to: Resolve Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues caused by wireless interference - Apple Support
All the best :-)
iPad shows incorrect name when wireless speaker trying to connect
