Apple Music not playing through Bluetooth MacTips
- Not being able to play music through your Apple Music with Bluetooth can be frustrating, but we have fixes in this guide.
- To fix the issue, you will need to reset your Bluetooth headphones, re-add the device, and reset the SMC and NVRAM.
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Apple Music is a great service, but many users reported that Apple Music won’t play through Bluetooth. This can be a problem, especially if you want to use wireless headphones or a wireless speaker, but there’s a way to fix this issue.
What to do if Apple Music won’t play through Bluetooth?
1. Reset your Bluetooth headphones
Many users reported that Apple Music won’t play while using Bluetooth headphones. This can be a problem, and in order to fix it, it’s advised that you reset your Bluetooth headphones to the default.
This process varies from model to model, so be sure to check your Bluetooth headphones to see how to properly reset them.
2. Forget the Bluetooth device and add it again
If you’re having this problem, there might be a glitch with your Bluetooth device. To fix it, users are suggesting to completely forget your Bluetooth device from MacBook and add it again. To do that, follow these steps:
Some users reported that this worked for them while others claim that this is just a temporary workaround.
3. Reset the SMC and NVRAM
If Apple Music won’t play while using Bluetooth, perhaps resetting the SMC will help. To do that on models with the T2 chip, do the following:
If your MacBook doesn’t have the T2 chip the process is slightly different:
To reset NVRAM, do the following:
- You hear the startup sound for the second time – on non-T2 chip models
- You see the Apple logo appear and disappear for the second time – on T2 chip models
These are some of the best solutions to try if Apple Music won’t play through Bluetooth. In case you cannot listen to specific songs, we recommend to read this article.
FAQ: Learn more about Apple Music
- Why is my Apple Music not working?
Apple Music might not be working because of a faulty update, or because of the proxy settings of your laptop.
- Do you keep your music if you cancel Apple music?
If you cancel Apple music, you will not be able to access your music anymore, but you will get full access once you buy another subscription.
- How do I restore my Apple music library?
To restore your music library inside Apple Music, you need to open Settings and activate the option next to iCloud Music Libary.
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