3 Ways to Fix PS4 Controller Not Connecting to iPhone Issues

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Basic Fixes:

Fix 1: Connect in Pairing Mode

To connect the PS4 DualShock controller to your iPhone, ensure that the controller is in pairing mode. That is because your iPhone (and pretty much every other device) can only connect wirelessly to the PS4 DualShock Controller when it is in pairing mode.

Step 1: To put the DualShock controller in pairing mode, tap and hold thePSbuttonandSharebutton simultaneously for about 3-5 seconds till the controller’s light bar flashes rapidly.

Step 2: Once the lightbar starts flashing as shown below, thecontroller is in pairing mode.

Note: The pairing mode (light bar flashes) lasts for 60 seconds only. This means you have a minute to connect your iPhone to the PS4 controller.

Step 3: In the meantime, navigate to your iPhone’sBluetoothsettings menu andtapon theDualShock 4 controlleron the list to pair it.

Fix 2: Forget Controller

If you’ve previously connected the PS4 controller to your iPhone, but subsequent connections fail, you should remove the controller from your iPhone’s list of Bluetooth devices. Here’s how to do that.

Step 1:On your iPhone, navigate toSettings > Bluetooth. Here, tap theinfoicon next to the DualShock Wireless Controller.

Step 2: Select ‘Forget This Device’. Then, tap ‘Forget Device’ on the prompt.

The PS4 controller will be removed from your iPhone’s list of Bluetooth devices. Now, try to pair the controller to your iPhone or iPad again and inspect if a connection is initiated.

Fix 3: Reset the Controller

Hard resetting the DualShock Controller to factory default is another effective method to resolve pairing issues. Follow the steps below to reset your PS4 controller.

Step 1:Turn the controller around andlocate a tiny hole on the rear, close to the left shoulder buttons.

Step 2:Use the tip of a paperclip or a SIM card ejector to push theresetbutton in the tiny hole for about 3-5 seconds.

That will reset the DualShock controller to factory default and remove any glitch that prevents it from connecting to your iPhone. Once done, put the controller in pairing mode and check if it connects to your iPhone.

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Last updated on 28 August, 2024

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