iPhone 17 owners report sudden Wi-Fi and Bluetooth drops. The connection often cuts out for a few seconds before returning.
These interruptions make AirPlay and CarPlay unreliable. One Reddit user said, “The chips that control Wi-Fi and Bluetooth reset every time you wake the phone”.
Apple Watch May Play a Role
Many users link the issue to the Apple Watch. The drops appear only when the Watch is worn and unlocked. Once the Watch is locked or removed, the connection stays stable.
No single Apple Watch model seems responsible. The pattern suggests a conflict between iOS and Apple’s smartwatch software.
Beyond the iPhone 17
Most complaints involve the standard iPhone 17. However, some iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro Max owners also report the same problem. This overlap points toward a software bug, not faulty hardware.
Apple’s Response Still Pending
Apple has not made a public statement. Still, several customers say support staff escalated their cases to engineers. Given Apple’s record, a quick iOS fix seems likely.
Until then, users can try simple workarounds. Turning Wi-Fi and Bluetooth off and back on may help. Removing or locking the Apple Watch also seems to prevent the drops.
