Pairing a Bluetooth speaker with your Android phone is a seamless and intuitive process. If the speaker supports Google Fast Pair, its device name pops up on your phone as soon as it is turned on. Once you connect to the speaker, it is saved to your Google Account. This enables seamless pairing with other devices that use the Google Account. If you’re pairing your speaker for the first time, it is possible to hit a snag. Here’s how you can connect a Bluetooth speaker to your Android phone.
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Unable to pair the speaker with your phone?
Most Bluetooth speakers are compatible with Android and iOS smartphones. As long as the host device has Bluetooth, it can control the speaker. If you can’t get it to pair with your phone, it could be due to one of the following reasons.
The speaker is low on battery
- Your phone’s Bluetooth is turned off
- The speaker is connected to another device
- The speaker is not in pairing mode
- Your phone is connected to another Bluetooth device
- Your phone is in Airplane Mode
Connect a Bluetooth speaker to your Android phone
Step 1: Press the power button on the Bluetooth speaker. If there is a pairing button on the device, long-press it until you hear a notification tone.
Step 2: Unlock your Android smartphone and swipe down from the status bar to access the Quick Settings Menu.
Step 3: Long-press the Bluetooth tile.
Step 4: Tap on Pair new device. This will turn on the Bluetooth on your phone.
Step 5: Select the Bluetooth speaker from the list.
Step 6: Tap on Pair in the popup box.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I connect two Bluetooth speakers to my Android phone simultaneously?
You cannot connect two Bluetooth speakers to your phone unless the speakers support interlinking between them. Interlinking is generally supported by speakers belonging to the same brand.
Can I connect my Bluetooth speaker to two devices?
Bluetooth speakers that support multi-point connection can be connected to two devices at the same time.
How do I put my Bluetooth speaker in pairing mode?
Press and hold the power button to turn on the Bluetooth speaker and put it in pairing mode. Some speakers have a dedicated pairing button. Long-press this button to enter pairing mode.
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Conclusion
This is how you can connect a Bluetooth speaker to your Android phone. Download the speaker’s companion app to gain access to advanced features like equaliser modes, sound profiles, multi-point connection, and more. If you have two more Amazon Echo speakers, you can pair them together for a louder output.