Apple iPhone 16e Faces Bluetooth Audio Issues, Update Expected in April

Users report intermittent stuttering during Bluetooth audio playback, potentially linked to multiple device connections, with a software fix anticipated in iOS 18.4.

The iPhone 16e, launched on February 28, has been experiencing Bluetooth audio stuttering issues reported by multiple users on forums and social media.
The problem occurs when streaming audio via Bluetooth, particularly when connected to multiple devices like headphones and wearables simultaneously.
Attempts to resolve the issue through software updates, including the recently released iOS 18.3.2, have not been successful, and hardware replacements have not resolved the problem either.
Some users participating in the iOS 18.4 beta report that the issue appears to be resolved, suggesting a software fix may be included in the public release expected in April.
Apple has not officially acknowledged the issue but is reportedly investigating through user diagnostics, and affected users are advised to limit Bluetooth connections or wait for the upcoming update.