It only takes you three seconds to pair your AirPods with your iPhone and other Apple devices. Pairing yours with your Windows 10 computer requires a few extra steps, but it shouldn't take more than one minute.
Pairing AirPods with your computer.
On your computer, open the Settings app and select Devices from the main menu. At the top of the Bluetooth & Other Devices page, click on Add Bluetooth or Other Device. In the "Add Device" window, click on "Bluetooth".Place your AirPods in their case and open the lid. Press and hold the button on the back of the case until you see the status light between your two AirPods start pulsing white, then release the button. Your AirPods should appear in the Add Device window. Click on them to pair and connect.
Reconnecting after pairing.
After the initial connection between your computer or laptop and AirPods, you can reconnect your headphones and computer for listening to music, watching YouTube, video conferencing, and more by going to the Bluetooth & Other Devices page in Settings. You will see all paired audio devices listed under the Sound heading. Select your headphones from the list and click the "Connect" button.When it comes to wireless headphones, iPhone owners can probably immediately think of AirPods. After all, no matter how many negative reviews there are, the users of these headphones are one hundred percent satisfied.
If you became lucky and still bought this gadget, then this article will be for you. First of all, I'll talk about how to connect your brand new AirPods to iPhone.
I have also collected a number of questions, the answers to which may have already interested you, or will interest you in the future. So our plan of action for today is:
Connecting AirPods to iPhone
You've probably heard a lot about the magic of Apple. So, these words refer specifically to the connection of these wireless headphones to the iPhone.
The scheme is so simple that it is simpler and difficult to imagine:
- unlock your iPhone so the screen is open "Home";
- open the case with headphones and bring it closer to the smartphone;
- a window appears where you first select To plug, and then Done;
- we use.
Everything is ready to use and when you insert it into your ears, you will hear a characteristic sound. So we will rather turn on our favorite music or video to enjoy high-quality sound.
Which iPhones are AirPods suitable for?
People often wonder about the compatibility of these headphones. And here the answer can be very short - all devices that work on iOS 10 and higher.
So if you have at least iPhone 5, then you can already safely think about buying these headphones. They are easy to connect and will play your favorite music.
AirPods gestures: how to use / how to set up
If everything is clear with the controls on the EarPods, then how is everything implemented in AirPods? Apple decided to simply insert a sensor into each of the headphones. When you tap on it twice, this or that action will be performed.
If you still do not understand what is at stake, then take one of the headphones in your hand. You see a small black dot (hole) on the side - this is the sensor. When you click on it twice, it can switch or stop the track / video.
By standard, Siri is called in one earphone, and pause / play in the other. But how to customize everything for yourself:
- go to Settings and choose Bluetooth;
- press the letter "I" in the circle directly opposite your AirPods;
- see point Double tap AirPods and below actions that you can change to your taste.
Bluetooth - i - AirPods double tap
Everything is quite poor here and there are not so many actions. You've probably noticed that there is absolutely nothing on the list that even hints at volume control. Let's discuss this in the next paragraph.
How do I adjust the volume on AirPods?
The need for volume control is one of the first priorities. Often you want to increase or decrease the sound, and you want to do it in the most convenient and fast way.
This moment is the minus of these headphones and now you will understand why. There are two ways to change the volume on AirPods:
- using the phone and its volume buttons;
- with the help of Siri: we call it by double tapping on the earphone and then we say, increase or decrease the volume.
Not the most convenient solution, but this is the reality in this case and you just need to get used to it.
How to see the charge of AirPods in iPhone?
There are three ways to find out the charge level of AirPods headphones. Everything is quite simple, you just have to choose which one suits you best.
Let's get started:
I most often use the third option, because it is the fastest. By the way, the charge level of the case can be found only in the first way.
How do I rename AirPods?
When you connect your AirPods and then go to the list of connected devices, the name of your iPhone will be displayed in brackets.
This can be changed:
- go to Settings and press Bluetooth;
- click on the circle with the letter "I" inside, it is opposite the AirPods;
- now looking for a string Name, click on it and write absolutely any name that you want.
Bluetooth - i - Name
Thus, you can write anything you want. So here you have to turn on your imagination, or leave everything as it is.
How to find AirPods with Find iPhone?
When Apple first introduced headphones, there was a lot of hype around the fact that they are very easy to lose. They sit well enough in the ears, so it's a matter of chance.
I can immediately upset you, if you lose one of the AirPods headphones, you can say goodbye to it. Here you just have to hope for luck or go straight to the store for a new one (the cost of one earphone is about $ 70).
With the case, the circumstances are a little better, because it can be tracked using the application Find iPhone... Run it and the location of the case will be shown on the map.
The AirPods wireless earbuds were well received by customers. Much credit for this success is due to Apple engineers.
For the first time among competitors, they have achieved stable sound transmission in a small cortex and without significant loss in sound quality. But the main merit is in perfect usability, which gives us positive emotions from use every day.
How to connect AirPods to iPhone
First of all, we need an iPhone with iOS 10 or newer. Wireless headphones are connected via a Bluetooth connection, so you need to make sure that Bluetooth is turned on on the iPhone.
Then the proprietary magic from Apple takes effect, you open the AirPods case by placing it next to the iPhone and that's it! The headphones will appear on the iPhone screen with a beautiful animated screensaver. You will need to click the "Connect" button. After that, you can enjoy great sound when playing music from your iPhone. The same connection method occurs when connecting an iPad or iPod Touch.
Connecting AirPods to another iPhone or Android smartphone
Many questions arise when connecting AirPods to an android phone or another iPhone. If you place your AirPods next to another iPhone, then instead of the Connect button, Not Your AirPods will appear.
In order to connect AirPods, you need to follow a few steps. The first step is to make sure all headphones are in the carrying case.
Then keep the cover open and hold the button on the back of the case until the indicator flashes white. On the device on which you plan to play music, go to Bluetooth settings and connect to the AirPods device.
How to connect AirPods to MacBook, Apple Watch, or Apple TV
In fact, just like any other device. Open the lid and hold the button on the back of the case until the white LED starts blinking.
With the release of the new iPhone 7, which does not have a 3.5mm jack, it became clear that the era of "conventional" headphones is coming to an end. After some time (closer to the new year), wireless AirPods headphones appeared on the markets, which complement the new gadget. A simple experiment, ask four people on the street which verb comes to mind first for the word headphones, as a rule, three will answer “confused”. This makes it clear that the main problem with using a headset is wires. Is life so good with the new AirPods?
Before talking about the joys of using the headset, it's worth considering its features. To connect the headset to the phone, you need to turn on Bluetooth and open the case with the headphones next to it. The display will immediately show an animation offering to create a pair of devices. Agree and listen to music. They work in conjunction with devices under your Apple ID. This form of connection is convenient and easy to use.
In addition to the offer to create a pair, you will see the battery level of the case itself and each earphone separately on the pop-up window. If you use multiple Apple ID accounts or want to connect headphones to a non-iOS gadget, there is a button on the back of the box for manual setup. The button is also used if the automatic connection did not work.
To charge the headset, use a standard Lightning cable or a docking station for the phone. The headset itself charges through the storage case while you are not using it, and the case does not often need to be charged. Battery life varies with W1 embedded processor. It provides listening to music for 5 hours. After 20 minutes of charging in the case, another 3 hours.
The shape is designed with the ear in mind for a snug fit. Use AirPods during active sports, such as running. The sound is at a high level, satisfies the needs of most users. Yes, they do not convey the sound quality in the same way as the specialized Astell & Kern, but they sound decent and differ in price. AirPods can meet the needs of the average music lover.
Many potential buyers worry about losing their earbuds. Don't worry. Firstly, the headset adjusts the user to use the case, otherwise you will be looking for them all over the bag for a long time. So they are always in one place, charged and your pet (cat) will not mistake the accessory for a new toy. If you are worried about dropping them out of your ear, then there is a solution for that too. In parallel, a special accessory was released, which is a rubber cord of about 50 centimeters with holders at the ends. Headphones are inserted into these holders. If they fall out of the ear, they will not be lost.
The lack of wires solves the main problems of the headphones: entanglement of the cord, falling out of the ear of the earphone because the wire is caught on something, the cord from the fact that it twists / breaks fails.
You can use your phone to control, or contact Siri. It is easy to call the assistant, double-tap the device. But this is not always comfortable. Some users will not feel comfortable speaking out loud in a crowded place and at the same time vocalizing commands for Siri. The speaker design is such that it does not isolate you from noise. Many will find this a problem, but if you use headphones for walking in a big city, you can be attentive to the surrounding space and alert. This will keep you safe on the road.
AirPods Opinions
How many people, so many opinions. There will certainly be those who are satisfied and those who will pick up on flaws. Experience of use is required to present an adequate assessment. The usage guide has several points. Open the case with the headset, put it next to the phone, agree to pairing. If you are using a device other than Apple, use the button press on the back of the case. Done, you can listen to the songs. The device is compatible with all Apple gadgets. As you can see, the instructions for using the accessory are simple.
AirPods use a double tap on the case for control. This is a Siri call, but can be configured to both activate / pause playback. Siri understands the basic commands for control: turn up the volume, how much charge is left, etc. However, it is not always convenient to talk to Siri on a crowded street. In such a situation, you have to go into your pocket and make settings on your phone. When using this accessory, you speak Russian and Siri understands you.
It's convenient to charge the accessory, just put it in the case and that's it. If you want, you can charge the case along with the headphones, you just need to connect it to a charger (has a Lightning connector) or to a PC.
AirPods may not enjoy sound quality for all users. Due to the fact that the level of noise reduction is low. Yes, these are not vacuum headphones or on-ear headphones. And in a way, they have quality sound. There is no discomfort from them even if you use them all day. While from vacuum discomfort will appear in two hours. False ears will press and sweat. Yes, you will hear what is happening on the busy road. But at the same time you will be able to control what is happening, thereby ensuring yourself the safety of movement.
During conversations, the device adjusts to your voice, while suppressing the noise around, making the conversation clear and recognizable. The earbuds work offline for a long time. For a wireless headset, five hours of listening to music is an indicator. If you recharge it in the case for about fifteen minutes, then for another three hours you can enjoy listening. They can work not only with i-devices (a button on the back of the case is used to set up such pairing), which gives them an additional bonus.
The accessory lacks moisture protection like the iPhone 7. Therefore, be careful when using the headset in an area where it might get wet. In order to switch from one device to another, you need to click on the desired gadget in the menu, you should not wait for complete independence from the headset. Playback starts automatically as soon as the earphone is placed in your ear. And vice versa, it will pause if you remove it. If you removed only one earphone and then put it back in, you will have to press "play" otherwise the music will not play.
If you are using the accessory not with i-devices, then you can forget about some special chips. The work will go as with normal headphones. The connection is like a regular wireless headset. It is convenient to use the headset in the head control of the machine. You will be able to talk on speakerphone or skip the call only in your ear. To buy AirPods or not is a personal choice, and only in use you can understand how good they are.
There are four options:
- Just open the case next to the iPhone. A notification will appear on the screen indicating the charge of the case and headphones.
- Add the "Batteries" widget. Now the charge of all devices is visible on the first screen of the iPhone.
- Ask Siri. It is convenient if the voice assistant is called by double tap on the earpiece.
- Use Apple Watch. Swipe up on the home watch screen and tap on the first percent icon. Apple Watch will show the headphone charge level.
2. Teach the headphones to pronounce the name of the caller
Go to settings, find the item "Phone", click on "Call announcements" and select "Headphones only". Now when someone calls you, Siri will say the caller's name.
3. Connect AirPods to Android Devices
Put the headphones in the case, open the cover and hold down the only button on the case. When the AirPods light flashes, you can find the headphones on any Bluetooth device. True, some functions will still work only in conjunction with Apple technology.
4. Assign convenient headphone tap commands
The only way to control AirPods is by double-tapping the headphones. Initially, both of them are set to call Siri, but this can be changed. For example, pause one earpiece and skip to the next track on the other.
To assign commands, go to Bluetooth settings and select the connected AirPods there.
5. Search for your lost earbuds with Find My iPhone
If the earbud falls out and you can't find it, use the Find My iPhone app. You will see AirPods on the map and can even make the earbud beep.
6. Charge the earbuds one at a time
If you really need headphones right now and your AirPods are down, recharge one and use it while the other is charging. So you quickly replenish the device's charge and spend the minimum amount of time without headphones.
7. Make ear pads for AirPods
To make ear pads for AirPods, you will need:
- 16-18mm ear pads from AliExpress;
- needle;
- thin marker;
- lighter.
Place the ear pads on the AirPods, mark the holes in the headphones with a marker, heat the needle, and push the holes in the ear pads.
Done! AirPods now sound slightly different and fit tighter in the ear canal.
