Device Info:
Device: iPad Pro 2022 (M2)
OS: iPadOS 26.4
Network: 5GHz Wi-Fi
Accessory: Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)
Issue Description:
Since updating to iPadOS 26, I experience periodic ping spikes during online gaming whenever Bluetooth is enabled. Since I use an Apple Pencil which requires Bluetooth, the issue affects me constantly during gaming sessions. Simply turning off Bluetooth in Settings does not fix the problem — the only way to temporarily restore normal ping is to turn off Bluetooth and then fully reboot the device. My Wi-Fi connection itself is fine, and other devices on the same 5GHz network have no issues.
What I've Already Tried:
Confirmed Wi-Fi is on 5GHz band (not 2.4GHz)
Turning off Bluetooth + rebooting the device (temporary fix only, not a permanent solution)
Reset network settings
Updated to the latest iPadOS version (26.4)
Important Background:
When iPadOS 26 first launched, Apple Support provided a Configuration Profile that resolved the issue upon installation. However, the profile expired after approximately one week, and the problem has persisted ever since — never fixed by any subsequent update. I am currently on iPadOS 26.4 and the issue remains.
My Questions:
Has anyone else experienced this? Are there any known workarounds? Has Apple released an updated Configuration Profile or announced a fix for this specific issue?
DevForums is primarily focused on APIs, so if you’re building an app that’s affected by this, or a Bluetooth accessory, please let me know. If not, my advice is that you seek help from Apple Support, either directly or on Apple Support Community.
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Quinn “The Eskimo!” @ Developer Technical Support @ Apple
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