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This iPhone Bluetooth audio issue frustrates me every day, but iOS 26 is finally going to fix it
- iOS 26 developer beta introduces a new option called 'Keep Audio in Headphones' to tackle Bluetooth switching issues.
- Users can access this feature in Settings > General > AirPlay & Continuity to prevent headphones from connecting to unintended devices.
- The option aims to maintain audio in headphones while avoiding connections to other devices like cars or speakers.
- The issue of automatic Bluetooth switching has been a common frustration for iPhone users.
- Apple is addressing this annoyance in iOS 26, set for a public release in September.
- Existing workarounds exist for AirPods auto-switching, but the new iOS 26 feature is expected to work with various Bluetooth devices.
- The lack of device prioritization in Bluetooth setups often leads to unexpected auto-switching.
- The addition of the 'Keep Audio in Headphones' setting is a quality-of-life improvement in iOS 26.
- Audio manufacturers are encouraged to standardize Bluetooth pairing procedures for user convenience.
- Bluetooth 6.0 is rolling out with enhancements like improved filtering, efficiency, and Channel Sounding for better 'find my device' accuracy.
- The upgrade to Bluetooth 6.0 is expected to bring benefits such as extended battery life.
- The introduction of Bluetooth 6.0 headphones and unsung features in iOS 26 indicate ongoing improvements in wireless technology.
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