Most iPhone users will use their phones to play music. In this day and age, this is the way that everyone does it, but if you want the sound to be good, you are going to need a good external speaker.
JBL speakers are a great kind of speaker to use with your iPhone. They are easy to use, have good sound quality, and they are easy to connect to your iPhone.
Whenever you get a new speaker though, you have to go through the rigmarole of setting it up with your phone for the first time.
But don’t worry, we are here to help! If you want to learn how to connect your JBL speaker to your iPhone, then read on for a step-by-step guide.
How To Connect JBL Speakers To Your iPhone
Connecting your JBL speakers to your iPhone is a very straightforward process and shouldn’t be stressful. If you can’t work out how to do it, then our step-by-step guide will show you exactly what you need to do.
Just follow the steps below and you will have your iPhone connected to your JBL speaker in no time at all.
Step 1: Turning Your Speaker On
The first thing you need to do is pair your JBL speaker to your iPhone. Make sure that both the speaker and the iPhone are close to each other.
After you have done this, you then need to turn your JBL speaker on and wait for a white light to appear on the ‘power icon’. This will immediately be followed by an audio cue.
Step 2: Bluetooth Button
Next, press the ‘Bluetooth Button’ for 2–3 seconds. This will put the speaker into pairing mode which will allow you to connect it to your iPhone. The pairing mode will be indicated by a blue blinking light.
Step 3: iPhone Directions
You then need to go through the motions of connecting the speaker via Bluetooth. Follow the steps below in order to do that.
- First, go to Settings on your iPhone and tap on Bluetooth. Toggle it on.
- Next, go to the Other Devices and the speaker’s name should pop up. The speaker name will vary depending on which one you have, but it should have ‘JBL’ in the name.
- Tap on the speaker’s name and wait for a few seconds.
- After those few seconds have passed, both devices should now be paired. You will now be able to play music from your iPhone and hear it through your JBL speaker.
Why Isn’t My iPhone Connecting To My JBL Speaker?
If you have followed the steps above and your iPhone has not connected to your JBL speaker, there are a few reasons why this might be happening.
The biggest reason why your iPhone doesn’t connect is usually because you are already connected to another device. Unpair and disconnect your iPhone from that other device and try to connect to the JBL speaker again.
Another reason why your iPhone might not be connecting is because the JBL speaker is too far away. When your JBL speaker is out of range, it will not connect to your iPhone. This is why it’s always important to keep the two close together when using them.
Your JBL speaker will also not connect if it has a low battery. Always make sure that your JBL speaker is charged before you try to connect it to your iPhone.
If you have tried all of these options and your iPhone and JBL speaker still won’t connect, try switching the speaker on and off again. Or try turning the Bluetooth on your phone on and off. Finally, if nothing else works, reset the speaker to its factory settings.
Connecting JBL speakers to iPhone via an AUX cable
Some people prefer a wired connection. Sometimes, the Bluetooth connection just won’t work at all, and as a backup, a wired connection via an AUX cable is your best option.
In order to connect your JBL speakers to an iPhone using this method, you need to use a 3.5 mm audio cable. All you need to do is plug one end into the speaker and the other end into your iPhone and it should work.
If you own an iPhone that doesn’t come with a headphone jack, you will need to buy one in order for this alternative method to work. You can get them for a fair price on websites such as Amazon.
Are JBL Speakers Compatible With iPhones?
Yes, JBL speakers are compatible with iPhones. They are mainly used to play music from your iPhone but you will also have the ability to use Siri and make calls on most JBL speakers.
Why Doesn’t My JBL Speaker Appear on My iPhone Device List?
If your JBL speaker does not appear on your iPhone device list it is usually because it has not entered Pairing Mode yet. You need to make sure that you have paired your JBL speaker and iPhone together before you try and find them in the available device list.
Once you have paired the JBL speaker and your iPhone together, this shouldn’t be an issue anymore.
Why Isn’t Bluetooth Working On My iPhone?
On very rare occasions, the Bluetooth on your iPhone might not work. When this happens, it usually means that there is something wrong with the iPhone. Usually, you just need to clear the Bluetooth Pairing list and turn your Bluetooth on and off.
If this issue still persists, you can update the iOS and reset the network settings, or you can perform a factory reset on the whole phone.
Conclusion
JBL speakers are a wonderful brand of speaker to use with your iPhone. They have a decent sound quality and they are very easy to use. Pairing your JBL speaker with your iPhone is also a very straightforward process.
If you have any issues, try some of the troubleshooting methods we have included here. Always make sure that you have paired your JBL speaker with your iPhone before you try and connect!
