To connect a waterproof boom speaker to an iPhone, put the speaker in discovery mode, then go to Settings > Bluetooth on your iPhone and tap the speaker name when it appears. This direct Bluetooth pairing is the only required step to start playing music from your iPhone through the speaker.
Check compatibility and requirements
Before you connect waterproof boom speaker to iPhone, confirm the speaker is in discovery mode and that Bluetooth is turned on in Settings > Bluetooth on your iPhone. Apple’s documented Bluetooth range is about 33 feet (10 meters), so stay within that distance for a stable connection. If you want additional speaker features, the UE | BOOM app is available on the App Store, but it requires iOS 16.0 or later on your iPhone. The UE | BOOM app requires iOS 16.0 or later on iPhone.
Pair the speaker with your iPhone
- Turn on the speaker and put it in pairing or discovery mode using the speaker’s Bluetooth button, following the speaker’s own instructions.
- On your iPhone, open Settings > Bluetooth and make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
- When the speaker name appears under the devices list, tap it to connect.
Once paired, audio from your iPhone will play through the speaker. If you ever want to disconnect, go to Settings > Bluetooth and toggle Bluetooth off, or tap the speaker’s info icon and select “Forget This Device.”
Use the BOOM app for sound settings
After Bluetooth pairing, download the UE | BOOM app from the App Store to access speaker settings. There is no built-in iPhone EQ or sound adjustment specifically for the BOOM speaker; the app provides those controls. Logitech support says to connect the speaker to your phone with Bluetooth first, then install and open the BOOM app.
Troubleshoot common connection problems
Speaker not appearing
If the speaker does not appear, Apple says to confirm the accessory is in discovery mode, verify Settings > Bluetooth has Bluetooth turned on, and then tap the accessory when it appears in the devices list.
Pairing failures
If pairing fails, the Logitech BOOM support page says to connect the speaker to the device using Bluetooth first, then install and open the BOOM app.
Range issues
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this work with iPhone?
Yes. Apple documents Bluetooth accessory pairing on iPhone through Settings > Bluetooth, and the UE | BOOM app listing requires iOS 16.0 or later.
Do I need the app to connect?
No official page retrieved says the app is required just to pair over Bluetooth; Logitech support says to pair by Bluetooth first, then download the app for speaker features.
How far can the speaker be from the iPhone?
Apple documents about 33 feet (10 meters) for Bluetooth devices.
Is the speaker safe to use in water?
Waterproof boom speakers are designed to withstand splashes, rain, and submersion, but they may not be fully immune to extreme conditions like prolonged submersion or exposure to saltwater.
For the wider topic, see connecting Bluetooth to phones.
