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How to Fix Bluetooth Lag

Bluetooth has become a very important part in almost all technological innovated devices. It has solved the issue of cord clutter. Though bluetooth is one of the most impressive and amazing development in the technological world, there are times when the connection is just bad which results to stuttering and lags. We understand how frustrating this could be but do not worry as through this article, we shall provide you a guide on how to fix this.

How to Fix Bluetooth Lag?

One way to fix your Bluetooth lag is by turning on and off your Bluetooth device. Pair them and re-pair them. You could also reduce the number of devices which are conned via Bluetooth. If these methods still fail, there are also specific steps which you could take for each device.

What Causes Bluetooth to Lag?

Changes in operating systems of computers and mobile devices
Software and app updates in devices
Firmware changes in devices
Physical objects disrupting the connection
Bugs in car steroes

How to Fix Bluetooth Lags on Different Devices

Computers

Reset your router to channels that has the least interference
Log into your router’s web interface through your web browser
Go to WiFi settings page
Find WiFi channel
Select new channel
Reduce the number of active Bluetooth device on your computer

For Mac Users

Turn off Handoff by going to System Preferences
Select General
Deselect Allow Handoff between Mac and iCloud devices

Mobile Devices

Ensure that your Bluetooth headphones are within range
Ensure that your phone is charged
Set the perform level of your phone to high
Turn of Bluetooth devices which are not used
Remove objects that could physically block your bluetooth signal.

Cars

Clear cache on your phone
Change Bluetooth codec in Android

Wireless Headphones

Ensure that your phone is running on the latest version of operating system
Replace old generation Bluetooth headphone with one that is compatible with your phone
Check manufacturer’s website for firmware updates
Limit the paired devices to your bluetooth headphone

Can Bluetooth Lag Be Prevented?

Try using wired devices
Adjust your device’s audio delay settings. Ensure to move it to in sync with your audio.
Qualcomm’s aptX low latency. This technology could reduce the lag to unnoticeable levels