You can connect JBL speakers to your iPhone similar to how you connect other Bluetooth devices. Turn on the Bluetooth on your iPhone, power on your JBL speaker, press the Bluetooth button on the speaker, and then choose the speaker on your phone.
My name is Donovan, and I’m a musician, producer, and all-around audiophile. I’ve owned several JBL speakers and am also an iPhone user. I know through first-hand experience how to connect these to one another.
This post will show you how to connect JBL speakers to an iPhone. I’ll walk you through all of the steps to make this happen quickly and provide you with related information. My goal is to connect your JBL speaker to your iPhone easily.
Let’s get started.
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Key Takeaways
- You can connect JBL speakers to an iPhone just like you would any other Bluetooth device.
- Downloading and using the JBL Portable app is suggested for newer JBL speakers or connecting multiple JBL speakers together.
- Ensure your Bluetooth is active on your iPhone, then press the Bluetooth pairing button on your JBL speaker.
- You can connect multiple JBL speakers to your iPhone and one another by using the PartyBoost or Connect+ features on the speakers.
How to Connect JBL Speakers to iPhone
Connecting a JBL speaker to an iPhone is pretty straightforward, and if you already know how to connect Bluetooth devices to your phone, the process is the same. Newer JBL speakers are very easy to connect, and you can make this happen in seconds.
I’ll provide step-by-step instructions for connecting your JBL speakers to an iPhone here. These steps are simple, but use them as a reference if you are setting things up for the first time and don’t know exactly what to do.
Follow these steps to connect JBL speakers to an iPhone:
1. Make sure that your JBL speakers and iPhone are within range of one another. You won’t be able to easily connect them if you are in separate rooms or locations because Bluetooth has a limited range.
2. Ensure that the Bluetooth function is active on your iPhone. Swipe down from the top right of your iPhone screen to access quick controls. Tap the Bluetooth button to highlight it in blue. This means Bluetooth is active.
You can also access the Bluetooth settings from the Settings app. Tap Settings and then Bluetooth, and turn the Bluetooth slider to On.
3. Turn on your JBL speaker.
4. Press the Bluetooth pairing button on your speaker for a few seconds. This button will have the Bluetooth icon on it, and holding it down will put the speaker into pairing mode.
5. Your iPhone might automatically detect the JBL speaker and show you a pop-up option to connect to it. Click Connect if this happens.
You can also select the speaker in the Bluetooth settings menu list of available devices. You should see your JBL speaker appear on the bottom of this screen below any saved devices you have. Tap the speaker to connect.
6. Your iPhone and JBL speaker are now connected. Play some audio to double-check that the connection is active.
It’s also possible to pair multiple JBL speakers together. You can connect up to 100 JBL speakers simultaneously, which is pretty wild.
Follow these instructions to connect multiple JBL speakers to your iPhone:
1. If you have a newer JBL speaker with the PartyBoost features, download the JBL Portable app. This will help you connect multiple speakers together, using your iPhone as the audio source. You don’t need to download this app if you have an older speaker.
2. Follow all of the instructions above for connecting the first speaker to your iPhone. You need to have one speaker paired to your phone before you can connect multiple JBL speakers together.
3. Turn on the other speaker or speakers you want to connect.
4. If your JBL speaker has the PartyBoost feature, you’ll select the speakers you want to connect to from the JBL Portable app.
If your JBL speaker has the Connect+ feature, you’ll need to press the connect button on the speaker or speakers. These speakers will pair with the first speaker in 30 seconds or less, and you can control everything from your iPhone.
5. Play some music and check that all of the speakers you want to use are connected.
JBL Speakers Not Connecting to iPhone
If you are having trouble connecting JBL speakers to your iPhone, there are a few things you can do to troubleshoot the problem.
First, make sure that the Bluetooth function is active on your iPhone. You won’t be able to connect anything if the Bluetooth is turned off.
Next, double-check that your iPhone isn’t connected to another Bluetooth device. Your iPhone will automatically connect to known devices, and this can prevent you from connecting to a speaker or anything else.
In the Bluetooth settings menu on your iPhone, you can see the devices you are connected to. If you see your phone connected to something other than the speaker, tap that device and disconnect from it.
Remember that you need to turn the JBL speaker on and be within range for a successful pairing. If the speaker is powered down, you can’t pair it, and if it’s far away from your iPhone, you probably won’t be able to pair it either.
If everything looks normal, but you still have trouble connecting, try restarting your iPhone and the JBL speaker. This can help you deal with any small bugs or glitches that might be preventing the connection.
If that doesn’t work, make sure that your iPhone is updated with the latest iOS. Download and install the newest iOS if it isn’t already on your iPhone.
Also, keep in mind that once you have connected the speakers, your iPhone will remember the device and likely automatically connect to it in the future. So you don’t always need to directly connect to your JBL speakers after the first time.
FAQs
Here are a few quick answers to some of the most commonly asked questions related to how to connect JBL speakers to an iPhone.
Why can’t I connect my JBL speaker to my iPhone?
If you are having trouble connecting your JBL speaker to your iPhone, ensure that Bluetooth is turned on on your iPhone and that the speaker is in pairing mode. You might need to restart your phone or update iOS if that doesn’t work.
How do I put my JBL in pairing mode?
Your JBL speaker should have a Bluetooth pairing button on it. You just need to press that button down for a few seconds to put the speaker into pairing mode. Then you can connect the speaker to your phone or other audio source.
How do I connect my JBL speaker to my iPhone 14?
The process for connecting a JBL speaker to an iPhone 14 is the same as it is with any Bluetooth device or iPhone. Turn the Bluetooth on on your iPhone and then press the pairing button on the JBL speaker. Then you select the speaker on your phone and connect.
How do I manually pair my JBL speaker?
You can manually pair your JBL speaker to a phone or other audio source by pressing the Bluetooth pairing button on the speaker. You’ll need to hold this button down for several seconds to put the speaker into pairing mode. Then connect it to your source device.
Final Thoughts
Connecting JBL speakers to your iPhone is really simple. You just need to turn on the speaker, press the pairing button, and then choose the speaker from the list of available devices in the Bluetooth settings menu on your iPhone.
If you want to connect multiple JBL speakers to your iPhone, you still need to connect an initial speaker following the instructions here. You can use the JBL Portable App to connect PartyBoost-enabled speakers from there.
What type of JBL speaker do you have? Do you like it? Let me know in the comments below.