Bose SoundLink Micro Troubleshooting

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Diagnose and fix the most common problems plaguing your Bose SoundLink Micro bluetooth speaker with these step-by-step DIY troubleshooting guides.

4 Solutions	Bose SoundLink Micro Audio Distortion and Degradation
	The speaker produces poor audio quality. Potential causes include being out of Bluetooth connection range, other sources of interference, issues related to EQ settings on connected device, and faulty speakers.
2 Solutions	Bose SoundLink Micro Fails to Hold Charge
	The SoundLink Micro does not hold a charge even after hours of charging. Potential causes include a faulty charger, or the SoundLink Micro battery needs to be restored.
3 Solutions	Bose SoundLink Micro Will Not Turn On
	The product has been charged but will not turn on. Potential causes include the USB charger not meeting the power requirement of the product, issues with the connections or controls, and an exhausted battery.
2 Solutions	Bose SoundLink Micro Weak Bluetooth Connection
	The speaker's connection to the paired device is poor. Potential causes include too many devices connected to the speaker, and an update needed.
6 Solutions	Bose SoundLink Micro Not Charging
	The included power cord does not charge the speaker. Potential causes include improper connection, updates needed, reset needed, faulty USB cable, faulty power adapter, and faulty battery.

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