Are your AirPods acting up? Maybe they won’t connect to your phone’s Bluetooth, or the battery drains too fast. Don’t worry; it happens. Knowing how to reset AirPods is an easy and essential fix for most problems.

Our guide walks you through setting up your device for a reset and provides troubleshooting tips for when issues persist. Ready? Let’s begin.

Preparing To Reset

Before you factory reset your AirPods, make sure you log in with your Apple ID. Unpairing removes your AirPods from all linked devices, giving you a clean slate.

Step 1: Open the Settings app on your iOS device.
Step 2: Tap on your name at the top of the page to access your Apple ID settings.
Step 3: Under your Apple ID settings, tap the iCloud button.

Tap the iCloud button. Source

Step 4: Once you’re on the iCloud page, slide down until you see the Your Devices section.
Step 5: Check this section to verify that your AirPods are listed among your devices. If so, they’re connected to your Apple ID.
Step 6: Disable the Find My app by tapping Remove Item or Remove This Device, then tap Remove to confirm.

Disable the Find My App to prevent possible tracking post-reset. Source

How To Reset AirPods or AirPods Pro on Your Device

Now you’re all prepared to factory reset your AirPods. Here’s how to do it with your iPhone:

Step 1: Start by opening the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.

Go to the Settings app on your iPhone. Source

Step 2: Once inside, look for the name of your AirPods near the top of the screen and select them.
Step 3: After selecting your device, you’ll see an option labeled Forget This Device. Choose it to start the reset process.

Select your AirPods and tap Forget This Device. Source

Step 4: Next, place your AirPods back in their charging case and close the lid to cut the connection between your device and the AirPods.
Step 5: Wait a few seconds to ensure that the AirPods disconnect from any nearby devices, thoroughly preparing them for a reset.
Step 6: After giving them a moment to disconnect, reopen your charging case.
Step 7: The back of the case has a setup button. Press and hold it until the status light, which is inside, flashes amber and then white. This color sequence indicates a successful reset.

Press and hold the button at the back of the AirPods charging case. Source

Without Your Device

Want to know how to reset your AirPods but don’t have your Apple device nearby? Here’s how:

Step 1: First, place your AirPods in their charging case and keep the lid open.
Step 2: Once you’ve done that, press and hold the button located at the back of the case for about 15 seconds. When the status light flashes amber and then changes to white, you’ve successfully reset your AirPods.
Step 3: To reset AirPods or AirPods Pro you will need to reconnect to your device once it’s in range. Make sure they’re still inside their charging case with the lid open. Then, bring them near your Apple device.
Step 4: Your Apple device will show you on-screen instructions on how to reset and reconnect your AirPods. Follow the steps accordingly to complete the process.

Post Reset Testing

After performing a factory reset, it’s vital to test your AirPods to ensure functionality. To check if they’re working correctly:

1. Play audio from a source like your music library, a streaming service or a podcast platform.
2. Make sure audio is playing from both AirPods.
3. Use the volume controls to ensure sound levels are balanced and that they can be adjusted.
4. Test controls such as skipping tracks or activating Siri.

Troubleshooting After Reset

Sometimes, your AirPods might malfunction even after you’ve reset them. This section has tips for troubleshooting, leading you up to the final step: contacting Apple for support. Let’s dig in.

To connect your AirPods to your device, you need to follow these steps:

Step 1: Make sure that Bluetooth is active on your device.
Step 2: Next, insert your AirPods back into their charging case and make sure the lid is closed.
Step 3: After a brief wait, open the lid and locate the setup button on the case.
Step 4: Press and hold the setup button until the status light flashes white. This light indicates that the AirPods have been reset and are ready to be connected to your device.

If they still aren’t working correctly:

• Clean both AirPods and their charging case using a soft, dry cloth to remove dust or debris.
• Check for and install any software updates for both your device and the AirPods, as these can resolve some operational issues.

If the charging case fails to charge the AirPods:

• Ensure that the charging case has adequate battery life and that the AirPods are correctly aligned inside.
• If issues persist, try resetting the charging case itself by pressing and holding the button on the back until the status light flashes.

If the issues persist, we recommend contacting Apple support or submitting a support request for further assistance.

FAQs

Conclusion

Knowing how to reset your AirPods is crucial for resolving connectivity problems. If the problem persists, refer to our troubleshooting guide.

To keep your AirPods in top shape and make them last longer, we recommend that you reset frequently and promptly address any battery issues that arise.

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