How To Repair Apple Earbuds

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AirPods tin can exist hugely convenient -- except for when 1 earbud mysteriously stops working. There's a uncomplicated fix for this issue that should take your earbuds working usually in just a few seconds. The steps are the same whether you own the original AirPods, theAirPods two, the newAirPods 3 or the noise-cancelingAirPods Pro.

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If you're experiencing issues with your AirPods, it's besides a skilful thought to make certain your iPhone's Bluetooth is turned on. To do this, swipe down from the top correct corner of the screen to launch the Command Center. Then, make sure the circle with the Bluetooth symbol is bluish. If it's non, tap it to turn on Bluetooth.

Yous can likewise check whether your iPhone's software is upward to date to mitigate any potential bug you may be experiencing with your AirPods. Software updates unremarkably bring security fixes and sometimes add new features to your AirPods too, and so it's a good idea regardless. Launch Settings, tap General and select Software Update.

How to set i AirPod that isn't working

1. Put both AirPods dorsum in their instance and brand sure they're charging. Allow them charge for 30 seconds.

2. Open up the case's hat near your iPhone or iPad and wait for them to popular upward on screen.

3. Put both AirPods in your ears and endeavor playing music or a video to make sure audio is working.

How to reset your AirPods

1. To get started, make certain your AirPods are in their charging case with the lid closed.

2. Afterward 30 seconds, open the lid to connect your AirPods with your iPhone or iPad. Launch the Settings menu on your mobile device and tap Bluetooth.

airpods-bluetooth — Open up the Bluetooth section in your iPhone's Settings menu.
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iii. Notice your AirPods in the list of Bluetooth devices and tap the i symbol next to it.

airpods-settings-menu — Yous can tap the i symbol to get more information about your AirPods or to reset them.
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4. Choose Forget this device. You lot may take to curlicue down to find this choice.

airpods-forget-this-device — Tap Forget This Device to reset your AirPods.
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5. Once your AirPods are forgotten, open the charging case'due south lid and concur down the button on the back for about xv seconds. The light on the front should flash white.

vi. Now, hold your AirPods in their charging case with the chapeau open near your iPhone or iPad. You should see on-screen instructions for pairing them again, merely like the first time you set them up.

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Resetting your AirPods usually fixes this problem. But if y'all're still experiencing issues with one or both AirPods, cheque to make sure there isn't any debris obstructing the speaker mesh. Bank check out our guide to cleaning your AirPods for instructions on how to safely sanitize your earbuds and their case.