How to fix buffering on iPhone & iPad
Practical steps to reduce buffering and stutter when streaming on iPhone & iPad.
Start with your connection
Buffering is almost always a network issue. On iPhone & iPad, prefer wired or 5 GHz Wi-Fi.
Reduce the load
Close other apps, pause downloads, and try a lower-bitrate stream if available.
FAQ
Everything buffers, not one channel.
That points to the network or the server. Reboot the router or use a wired connection.
Does a VPN cause buffering?
A VPN can reduce throughput. Test with and without it.