Do you have an iPad and iPhone? If so, have you ever experienced your iPad ringing when you receive a phone call on your iPhone? Many people find this cross-device ringing feature helpful, but it can be a nuisance when it interrupts a meeting or other important event. Fortunately, there are ways to turn off phone ringing on your iPad. In this blog post, we will explore different methods to achieve this.
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What’s Needed
- iPhone and iPad connected under the same Apple ID account
- iOS 9.3 or later
What Requires Yur Focus?
Before we go into the different methods, it is important to note that any method you choose will only stop phone ringing on the iPad. It will not affect the alerts, so you will still receive a notification on your iPad when you receive a phone call on your iPhone. If you want to turn off all alerts, you need to turn on the ‘Silent Mode’ on your iPhone.
Different Methods to Stop Phone Ringing on iPad
Method 1: Turn off Call Relay
Call relay is a feature that allows you to make and receive phone calls on your iPad. However, it also means that your iPad will ring when your iPhone receives a call. To turn off call relay on your iPad, follow these steps:
- On your iPhone, go to ‘Settings’ > ‘Phone’
- Tap on ‘Calls on Other Devices’
- Toggle off the switch next to your iPad
Pros:
- It’s a quick and easy way to stop phone ringing on your iPad
- You can still make and receive phone calls on your iPhone and iPad independently
Cons:
- You will not be able to make or receive phone calls on your iPad
- You need to turn off call relay on all devices to stop phone ringing on all of them
Method 2: Turn off FaceTime on iPad
If you do not use FaceTime on your iPad to make video calls, you can turn it off to stop phone ringing. Here’s how:
- On your iPad, go to ‘Settings’ > ‘FaceTime’
- Toggle off the switch next to ‘FaceTime’
Pros:
- It stops phone ringing without affecting other features on your iPad
- You can still use FaceTime on your iPhone
Cons:
- You will not be able to make or receive FaceTime calls on your iPad
Method 3: Turn off Bluetooth on iPad
If your iPhone and iPad are connected via Bluetooth, you can turn off Bluetooth on your iPad to stop phone ringing. Here’s how:
- On your iPad, go to ‘Settings’ > ‘Bluetooth’
- Toggle off the switch next to Bluetooth
Pros:
- It stops phone ringing without affecting other features on your iPad
- You can still make and receive phone calls on your iPhone and iPad independently
Cons:
- You will not be able to use other Bluetooth devices with your iPad
- It’s not a permanent solution as you may need to use Bluetooth for other purposes
Method 4: Turn off Calls from iPhone on iPad
Turning off calls from iPhone on iPad will prevent your iPad from ringing, but it will also disable the ability to make and receive phone calls on your iPad. Here’s how to do it:
- On your iPad, go to ‘Settings’ > ‘FaceTime’
- Toggle off the switch next to ‘Calls from iPhone’
Pros:
- It stops phone ringing without affecting other features on your iPad
- You can still use other features like iMessage and FaceTime
Cons:
- You will not be able to make or receive phone calls on your iPad
- You will not be able to use your iPad as a speakerphone for your calls
Why Can’t I Stop Phone Ringing on iPad?
Reason 1: Your iPhone and iPad are connected under different Apple IDs (or you have not logged in to your iCloud account)
A common reason for phone ringing on iPad is when your iPhone and iPad are not logged in to the same iCloud account or the same phone number is not used for FaceTime. To fix this issue, make sure both devices are logged in to the same Apple ID and phone number for FaceTime.
Reason 2: Call Relay is enabled on your iPad
As mentioned earlier, call relay is a feature that allows you to make and receive phone calls on your iPad. However, it also means that your iPad will ring when your iPhone receives a call. To turn off call relay, follow the steps in method 1 above.
Reason 3: Your iPhone and iPad are connected via Bluetooth
If your iPhone and iPad are connected via Bluetooth, it is possible that your iPad will ring when you receive a phone call on your iPhone. To fix this issue, turn off Bluetooth on your iPad or disconnect it from your iPhone.
Implications and Recommendations
Stopping phone ringing on your iPad can be useful in many situations, but it’s important to remember that it will not affect the alerts. You will still receive a notification on your iPad when you receive a phone call on your iPhone. Therefore, if you want to turn off all alerts, you need to turn on the ‘Silent Mode’ on your iPhone.
5 FAQs about How to Stop Phone Ringing on iPad
Q1: Can I still make and receive phone calls on my iPhone if I turn off call relay?
A: Yes, turning off call relay on your iPad will not affect your ability to make and receive phone calls on your iPhone. It will only stop phone ringing on your iPad.
Q2: Will turning off FaceTime prevent me from using other video calling apps on my iPad?
A: No, turning off FaceTime will only prevent you from making FaceTime video calls. You can still use other video calling apps like Skype or Zoom on your iPad.
Q3: Can I turn on Silent Mode on my iPad as well?
A: No, Silent Mode only applies to your iPhone. However, you can turn off the sound on your iPad or use the ‘Do Not Disturb’ feature to prevent notifications from interrupting you.
Q4: Can I still receive iMessage and FaceTime calls on my iPad after I turn off Calls from iPhone?
A: Yes, turning off Calls from iPhone will only prevent you from making and receiving phone calls on your iPad. You can still receive iMessage and FaceTime calls on your iPad.
Q5: Does turning off Bluetooth on my iPad affect other Bluetooth devices?
A: Yes, turning off Bluetooth on your iPad will also turn off the connection to other Bluetooth devices, such as headphones or speakers.
Final Words
Stopping phone ringing on your iPad is easy and can be done through different methods depending on your preference. We hope that this blog post has helped you turn off phone ringing on your iPad and prevent interruptions during your meetings or important events.