Pair AirPods with Mac – Before you begin, make sure your Mac has the latest version of macOS installed,
Open the case with your AirPods inside, then hold it next to your Mac. Press and hold the setup button on the back of the AirPods case for about five seconds, or until the status light flashes white. On your Mac, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Bluetooth. In the list of devices, select your AirPods, then click Connect.
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Why are my AirPods not connecting to my iPad?
If you can’t connect to your Mac –
- Make sure that you have a Mac with the latest version of macOS,
- Put both AirPods in the charging case and make sure that both AirPods are charging,
- To make sure that Bluetooth is on, choose Apple menu > System Settings, then click Bluetooth.
- If your AirPods are connected, make sure that they’re selected as your audio device, If your AirPods appear in the list of devices but they don’t connect, click the X to the right of your AirPods to remove them from the list.
- Close the lid, wait 15 seconds, then open the lid. Press and hold the setup button on the charging case for up to 10 seconds. The status light should flash white, which means that your AirPods are ready to connect.
- Hold the charging case, with your AirPods inside and the lid open, next to your Mac.
- Follow the steps on the screen of your Mac.
- Test your AirPods. If you still can’t connect, reset your AirPods,
What do I do if my AirPods won’t connect to my device?
How to confirm your AirPods are selected as your audio device –
- Open Control Center, Depending on your device and model, you can do this by either swiping down from the upper-right corner of the screen, or swiping up from the bottom edge of the screen.
- Touch and hold the group of controls in the upper-right or upper-left corner.
- Tap AirPlay,
- In the list that appears, tap your AirPods to connect them to your device.
If your AirPods won’t connect, follow these steps:
- Close the lid for 15 seconds, then open it. Press and hold the setup button on your charging case and count to 10. The status light should flash white, indicating that your AirPods are ready to connect.
- With your AirPods in your case and the lid open, hold the case near the device you want to connect it to.
- Follow the onscreen steps, then test your AirPods.
- If they still don’t work, you’ll have to reset your AirPods. Keep reading and we’ll show you how.
Pair AirPods Pro with your iPhone or other device – To set up your AirPods Pro, open the case with your AirPods inside, hold it next to your iPhone or iPad, then follow the onscreen instructions. To connect to other devices, press and hold the setup button on the back of the AirPods case for about five seconds, or until the status light flashes white. Then go to Settings > Bluetooth, and select AirPods Pro. 
Why won’t my earbuds work on my iPad?
Check for debris, damage, or loose connections –
Check for debris in the headphone port on your iPhone or iPad. Check your headphone cable, connector, remote, and earbuds for damage, like wear or breakage. Look for debris on the meshes in each earbud. To remove debris, gently brush all openings with a small, soft-bristled brush that’s clean and dry. Firmly plug your headphones back in. If your iPhone or iPad has a case, you might need to remove the case to get a firm connection.
Why is Bluetooth not finding devices?
1. Restart Both Phones – First things first, reboot your Android phone as well as the other phone you’re trying to connect to. This is the fastest way to get rid of any temporary bug in your phone that is hindering the Bluetooth connection. Once you have rebooted the device, turn on the Bluetooth from the Control Center or Settings.
Do iPhone earbuds work on ipads?
Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector – To use Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector, you need an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch that has a Lightning connector and iOS 10 or later. Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector don’t work with iPod nano or any device that has iOS 9 or earlier.
How long do AirPods last?
How Long Do AirPods Last: Their Average Lifespan – AirPods typically last about 2-3 years before most users feel the need to replace them. This short lifespan is because of their lithium-ion batteries, AirPods have proven tough in several durability tests and have shown that they can withstand pressure.
- The bottom line? AirPods are durable,
- But, of course, they also “die.” What does that mean? Well, given the expense, AirPods don’t last nearly as long as they should because their batteries die early.
- Ironically, the battery gradually deteriorates after every charge.
- The more you charge your AirPods, the less charge they can hold.
Soon, your AirPods won’t last for the stipulated 5 hours. This happens because AirPods are equipped with lithium-ion batteries prone to faster degradation with every subsequent charge. Lithium-ion batteries can cause an explosion when taken apart or damaged.
This makes it harder for users to get the old, worn-out batteries repaired. The only solution that remains, then, is to get a replacement battery for the AirPods or their case, thus, driving up AirPods’ maintenance costs even more! Don’t get confused though, despite their lousy rep regarding durability, lithium-ion batteries are still known to be the best,
Apple chose them because they charge faster and last longer than regular batteries. They even have more battery life capacity. However, lithium-ion batteries deteriorate with every charge cycle they complete. In fact, they’re known to self-discharge and typically offer less capacity even if not used for a while.
You complete one charge cycle when you use 100 percent of your battery. Of course, you may not use 100 percent from one charge as some users recharge their Airpods before it gets low. For these users, it can take days to complete a charge cycle. However, if you regularly drain your Airpods’ batteries completely before recharging them, they’re likely to have a lower lifespan.
According to Tektronix, lithium-ion batteries can last up to 3 years or 300-500 charge cycles, depending on whichever comes first. If you notice your AirPods lasting shorter and shorter, your AirPods are dying fast.
Why are my AirPods flashing white?
If your AirPods are flashing white but not connecting, here’s what you can do about it. When your AirPods flash white, it means that they are entering pairing mode or attempting to connect to a nearby device. That’s why it’s perplexing when your AirPods flash white but won’t connect,
Can you force reset AirPods?
Press and hold the setup button for at least 15 seconds. Hold the button until the status light starts flashing amber a few times and then flashes white. You AirPods have now been fully reset. You will need to re-pair your AirPods to your devices in order to use them again.
How to reset Apple AirPods and AirPods Pro – 
The button on the back of your AirPods charging case can be a little hard to find, but it’s in pretty much the same spot on each model. Resetting AirPods and is the same process, which involves disconnecting the AirPods from your device, and resetting using a button on the case.
- Eep in mind that resetting your AirPods or AirPods Pro will also reset all the settings you’ve made.
- If you’ve made any specific changes to controls that you want to restore after doing a factory reset, make sure you write them all down so you remember it all.
- In the iOS Settings app, go to the Bluetooth menu and press the More Info button beside the AirPods.
Then, tap “Forget this device” and confirm it. This will unpair the AirPods from your device. Next, put the AirPods in the charging case and leave the lid open. Hold the setup button on the back of the case for 15 seconds, until the light on the front of the case flashes amber, then white.
Why won’t my AirPods connect or reset?
Clean Your AirPods’ Tail and Charging Port – If your AirPods won’t reset and there’s no amber light on the case, a dirty charging port or AirPod tail could be the reason behind it. Over time, lint and other debris can build up in the charging port or tail of your AirPods.
This can eventually prevent your AirPods from properly establishing contact on your charging port, which ultimately results in your AirPods not resetting. Thankfully, it doesn’t take much to clean your AirPods and get them working again. All you need is a few standard tools that you probably already have around the house.
What you need:
- Cotton swab (s)
- Toothpick
- Lint-free cloth or paper towel
- 70% isopropyl alcohol
Follow these steps to clean your charging case and AirPods’ tails:
- Dip a cotton swab in isopropyl alcohol and wipe it around dirty areas of your case and the tails of your AirPods. Be sure to focus on contact points between the AirPods and the case.
- Dip the toothpick in the alcohol and use it to clean the areas you couldn’t reach with the cotton swab. Be gentle with the toothpick around the electronic areas of the charging case, to avoid scratches.
- Use another cotton swab to clean up any dirt that was dislodged by the toothpick.
- Wipe down the tail of the AirPods and the case with a lint-free cloth or paper towel to remove any residual alcohol. Be very mindful when cleaning the AirPods. Take care not to use abrasive materials, compressed air, or harsh cleaning agents (such as bleach) to clean your AirPods; otherwise, you might damage them permanently.
Why do my AirPods keep connecting to my iPad and not my iPhone?
Tap the ‘i’ (information) button next to the name of your AirPods. Scroll down to ‘Connect to this iPhone” and tap it. Change the option from ‘Automatically’ to ‘When Last Connected to This iPhone.’ Repeat these instructions on your other devices.
How do I connect my iPad to my iPhone and AirPods?
On an iPhone or iPad: – To make your AirPods switch to your iPhone or iPad, follow the same steps one through three in the pairing instructions above, with a different step four:
Swipe down from the upper right corner of your iPhone or iPad’s screen to open the control center. Long press the Bluetooth icon to expand the connections window. (Don’t tap, as this toggles Bluetooth on and off.) Long press the Bluetooth icon again. In the list of devices that appears, select your AirPods.
Why do my AirPods keep flashing white and won’t connect?
Why do my AirPods keep blinking white? – Your AirPods may keep blinking white due to several reasons. They may blink white if there’s a connection problem with the charging case or the case is damaged. You may also face this issue if your AirPods are out of battery, broken, or unclean. If your AirPods are not authentic, they can also show a blinking white light.
