Why Bluetooth Headphones Cut Out When Phone Is In A Pocket!

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Do you have a pair of Bluetooth headphones? If so, have you ever had them cut out when the phone is in your pocket? This can be incredibly frustrating, especially if you’re in the middle of a phone call. In this blog post, I will explore why this happens and what you can do to prevent it.

Your headphones may cut out when your phone is in the pocket because of a poor quality receiver, compatibility issues, or interference from other electronic devices. 

Below, I look at these and more potential explanations in more detail.

Why Bluetooth Headphones Cut Out When Phone Is In A Pocket
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Bluetooth Headphones Cut Out When Phone is in Pocket: Here’s Why

There are various reasons why your Bluetooth headphones may cut out when your phone is in your pocket. The most common reasons are a poor quality receiver, compatibility issues, and interference from other electronic devices.

1. Poor Quality Receiver

If you have an older model phone or if your phone doesn’t have a good quality Bluetooth receiver, this can cause your headphones to cut out. You can test this by trying the headphones with another phone. If they work fine with the other phone, then you know that your problem is with your original phone.

2. Compatibility Issues

If you have a newer model phone, it’s possible that there may be compatibility issues between your phone and the headphones. This can often be resolved by updating the software on your phone or by updating the firmware on your headphones.

3. Interference from Other Electronic Devices

If you have other electronic devices in close proximity to your phone, such as a laptop, microwave, or even another pair of Bluetooth headphones, this can cause interference and result in your headphones cutting out. You can test for this by turning off all other electronic devices and seeing if your headphones still cut out. If they don’t, then you know that the interference is coming from one of these devices.

4. Low battery

This is another common reason why your Bluetooth headphones may cut out. If the battery is low on your phone or headphones, this can cause them to lose connectivity.

5. System problems

There can also be system problems with your phone or headphones that can cause them to cut out. If you’re having trouble connecting to your Bluetooth device, the best thing to do is restart your phone and/or headphones.

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Fixing Bluetooth Headphones Cutting Out When Phone is in the Pocket

1. Refresh your Bluetooth connection

This is among the simplest solutions to a poor Bluetooth connection. If your headphones are cutting out, try turning them off and then back on again.

2. Turn off other electronic devices

If you have other electronic devices in close proximity to your phone, try turning them all off and see if that resolves the issue.

3. Reset your phone

If you’re having trouble connecting to your Bluetooth device, the best thing to do is restart your phone.

4. Update software/firmware

If you’re having compatibility issues between your phone and headphones, try updating the software or firmware on both devices. This may resolve the issue.

5. Use your headphones carefully

Sometimes, using your headphones carefully can help to prevent them from cutting out. For example, try not to move your head around too much when you’re wearing them or keep the phone in a pocket that’s not close to your body.

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How to Prevent Bluetooth Headphones from Cutting out When Phone is in Pocket

Why Bluetooth Headphones Cut Out When Phone is Pocketed
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There are a few things that you can do to help prevent your Bluetooth headphones from cutting out when the phone is in your pocket.

1. Make sure your headphones and phone are within the required range

Sometimes, if you’re too far away from your headphones or phone, they can lose connectivity. Try to keep both devices within their required range.

2. Check for compatibility

Some Bluetooth headphones are not compatible with certain phones. Make sure that your headphones are compatible with the phone you’re using.

3. Keep electronic devices away from your phone

If you have other electronic devices in close proximity to your phone, try keeping them away from it as this can cause interference and result in your headphones cutting out.

4. Charge your headphones and phone

If the battery on your headphones or phone is low, this can also cause them to lose connectivity. Make sure both devices are fully charged before using them.

5. Restart your phone and/or headphones

If you’re having system problems with your phone or headphones, try restarting them. This may resolve the issue.

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FAQs

Why are my Bluetooth headphones cutting out when the phone is in my pocket?

There can be a number of reasons why your Bluetooth headphones are cutting out when the phone is in your pocket. Some of these include interference from other electronic devices, low battery, and system problems.

Do all Bluetooth headphones cut out when the phone is in my pocket?

No, not all Bluetooth headphones will cut out when the phone is in your pocket. It depends on the make and model of both your headphones and phone as well as their compatibility.

What can I do to prevent my Bluetooth headphones from cutting out when the phone is in my pocket?

There are a few things that you can do to help prevent your Bluetooth headphones from cutting out when the phone is in your pocket. These include making sure both devices are within their required range, checking for compatibility, and keeping electronic devices away from your phone.

Can I use my headphones if they’re not compatible with my phone?

No, if your headphones are not compatible with your phone, you will not be able to use them. Make sure that both devices are compatible before purchasing headphones.

My Bluetooth headphones keep cutting out wh

Some Bluetooth headphones may cut out if you move your head around too much. You may need to update the software or firmware on your headphones to fix this issue.

Final Thoughts

There are a few things that you can do to help prevent your Bluetooth headphones from cutting out when the phone is in your pocket. Hopefully, the tips above will help you to get the most out of your headphones. If you’re still experiencing problems, please don’t hesitate to reach out for support.


Espen is the Director of ProPairing

Espen

Espen is the Director of ProPairing and has written extensively about Bluetooth devices for years. He is a consumer product expert and has personally tested Bluetooth devices for the last decade.


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