Apple AirPods are not just wireless earbuds, they are true freedom from wires and temples. AirPods are more than just a headset, they are also a fashion accessory. In addition, Apple takes care of its customers, the technology from this manufacturer does not require special configuration and works almost right out of the box. Wireless headphones are no exception. However, all these advantages are corrected by a rather high cost. However, this does not stop fans of apple technology. In addition, newer iPhones lack the standard audio jack.
In this article, we will analyze the management, how to connect them and the nuances of management.
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How to connect Airpods to iPhone
So let's start simple: how to connect airpods headphones to iphone... It is very simple to do this - just open the airpods case and the smartphone will automatically "see" the headset, a message about which will appear on the display as an animation. After that, just click on the "Connect" button. Everything happens automatically if Bluetooth is activated on the smartphone and the operating system is iOS 10 or higher.
The headphones are turned on very simply - just take them out of the case. The music will play as soon as you put them in your ears. If you remove one earbud, playback will be paused, if both - it will stop altogether. If you put them back in place within 15 seconds, playback will resume automatically.
Connection features
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Wireless earbuds can pair with multiple devices at the same time, such as iPhone and Apple Watch. In this case, the switching of sound occurs in a fully automatic mode.
How to connect to another iPhone
If you want to connect Apple wireless headphones to another iPhone, the procedure is exactly the same, that is, we turn on the bluetooth on the smartphone and open the case. However, in this case, instead of the “Connect” message, “Not your AirPods” will appear on the smartphone screen. Click on the button and activate the headphones.
Connect to two different devices at the same time
Airpods can be used in parallel with two devices. To establish such a connection, follow the instructions below:
- Take both earbuds out of the case, connect with the first iPhone.
- After that, hide one earphone in the case, connect the other to the second smartphone.
AirPods control
The main control tool for AirPods is double tap (short double tap on the outside of the speaker). The meaning of this gesture can be set for each of the headphones separately. Double tap can be used to:
- Answering incoming calls;
- switching between music tracks (available only for iOS11 version;
- stop and start playback;
- launch Siri.
Double tap settings
In the first generation model, double tapping activates Siri by default. To change the settings, you need to go to the Settings menu and select Bluetooth and select AirPods. After connecting the headphones, click on the I tab on the right, this will take you to the menu where you can set the double-tap function. You can also rename the headphones here.
How to answer a call through AirPods
To answer an incoming call, just tap the earpiece twice. Do the same to end a call or switch to another call.
How to control listening to music through Airpods
You can choose one of the following methods to control playback:
Double tap. To do this, you need to set a value for each of the headphones in the settings menu. How to do this is described above.
Auto. The wireless earbuds feature automatic ear locator technology. Playback starts automatically as soon as the headset is inserted into your ears. If you remove one of the headphones, playback will be paused, if both - completely stopped.
With Siri. The voice assistant executes commands that cannot be assigned for double tap. For example, you can ask your voice assistant to change the volume level. Called by Siri with a double tap (if configured).
Using Siri
Only double tap can be used to call Siri in the first generation models. The second generation AirPods have the ability to call the assistant by voice, just say "Hey Siri". With its help, you can carry out a number of actions: control music, for example, you can start a favorite playlist or start the next track, check the charge level, adjust the volume
Using AirPods with Android Devices
The manufacturer positions this headset as an ideal option for use with its equipment, but this does not mean that AirPods cannot be connected to devices on Android. It's pretty simple to do this:
- Place the headphones in the case;
- Turn on Bluetooth on your Android device.
- Open the headphone case. Hold the rear service button on it until the indicator light comes on.
- Pair the devices.
However, when connected with Android devices, Airpods will lose a number of functions. For example, there will be no voice assistant Siri and automatic pause when removing the earpiece. Airpods will work in normal headset mode.
Many users have problems displaying the charge level. The most convenient way to do this is using a special AirBattery application or any other application with the same functionality. To display information on the battery status on the screen, just open the case cover.
Setting up a double tap on Android will not work. The initial setup will have to be done through the iPhone, even if later the headphones are planned to be used only on Android.
Possible Airpods Problems
Users of Apple technology rarely have problems, but if something went wrong, do not worry too much, most often the problem is solved very quickly. Let's consider the most common options.
If your wireless headset does not automatically pair with your device, you should take the following steps:
- Check if the bluetooth module is turned on on the connected device.
- Place the Airpods case closer, about 5 cm apart.
- Try disabling and re-enabling your wireless adapter.
- Open the cover and hold down the service button located on the back of the case. Hold it down until an indicator light comes on inside the case between the headphone jacks. This will signal that the settings have been reset and the gadget is ready for initial pairing.
- Another common reason for a lack of connection is a discharged headset or case. If the connection is successful, a charge will appear on the smartphone screen separately for the case and for the headset. Later, this information can be viewed in the battery widgets or simply ask Siri for the battery level.
If one earphone does not work, it will help you
So that they serve for many months without any problems? It is worth noting that the operation of such headphones should be done carefully enough. It is unacceptable to connect the device to other equipment that is not a manufacturer of Apple. Of course, nothing terrible will happen, but in this case, the performance of the headphones is not guaranteed. When connecting a device to smartphones running on Android, it is rare, but a device conflict occurs.
However, if we talk about the performance of the headphones as a whole, then they have a very high-quality sound and can serve for several years if used correctly.
How to turn EarPods on and off?
As for the connection of this device, it always happens in automatic mode. That is, you do not need to take any action. Headphones are automatically detected by smartphones and other Apple devices.
As for smartphones from other manufacturers, it will take some effort. In most cases, turning on the headphones on other devices only occurs after a few attempts. The fact is that these headphones were "sharpened" specifically for working with Apple devices.
Turning off the headset shouldn't cause any problems either. For instance:
- if you want to mute the sound on the headphones, then just press the special Mute button;
- if you press this button again, the sound will turn on again.
How do I set up my EarPods correctly?
In order to connect Apple headphones, be it AirPods or EarPods, to your mobile phone, you will need to follow a few simple steps (relevant only for smartphones from Apple):
- Go to the Home screen.
- After that, open the box containing the headphones and bring them closer to your smartphone.
- Immediately after this action, a special screen saver for setting up this device should appear on your smartphone.
- Click the Connect Device button.
- Then, in the pop-up window, click the Finish button.
Photo: Apple Headphone Setup In this simple way, you can set up wireless headphones. It is worth noting that the headset will work without problems if connected correctly. However, if there are any problems, then the headphones need to be re-configured.
How do I adjust the volume on the EarPods?
This is a fairly common question for inexperienced users. The point is that the headphones themselves do not have physical buttons for this purpose. For this reason, Siri is used.
The most difficult situation is for people who are used to listening to music while jogging or lying on bed. Such an action may seem difficult for many, but in reality everything is quite simple.
Sound is added in two stages:
- To start, double-tap the headphones, after which video playback or music playback will pause for a while.
- Then you will need to change the sound with SIri, just ask her about it.
Among other things, you can decrease and increase the volume using predefined buttons on your mobile device.
How do I change the name of the headset?
It should be noted that almost every user has similar problems. However, this can hardly be called a problem in the full sense of the word. And yet, if for any reason you need to change the name of the headphones, you need:
- open the headphone case and go to the settings section;
- go to the Bluetooth section;
- click on the line next to the headphones in the list of devices;
- click on the current name, enter your name and click on the done button.
Of course, you can set a new name every day if you need it.
In order to reset the headphones, you just need to put them in the case and press the reset button. This action sometimes helps if the device stops working properly.
How do I answer a call in EarPods?
In order to answer the call, you just have to press the headset once. It is worth noting that in this way you can turn off the call.
Should I use EarPods or should I choose other headphones?
Many of those who purchase these headphones claim that there are many problems with connecting and using this headset. However, if everything is done strictly according to the instructions, then there should not be any special problems with the connection and operation of the device.
Occasionally there are technical issues with non-Apple devices. But the headphones themselves were created primarily for this particular technique.
This device has quite a few advantages: from high-quality sound to some additional features. Of course, the main feature of this device is its case, which can be used as a charger, which is very unusual.
Whatever headphones you choose, you need to understand that you need to buy them only in a trusted and reliable store. Only in this case can you be guaranteed to get high-quality original EarPods, which have a lot of differences from fake ones, or another headset.
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 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) from 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 that is 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 in 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 a 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 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 do I find AirPods using Find My 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.
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Apple AirPods are by far the most recognizable and popular Bluetooth headphones on the planet. In fact, they have changed the market and consumer attitudes towards wireless audio.
The second version of AirPods, released at the end of March 2019, although it does not contain any significant improvements, still remains an object of desire for many people around the world, including Android smartphone users. It is for them that we have prepared a review of new items from Apple.
Are these headphones comfortable without an iPhone? Are there any functional restrictions? And in the end is it worth to the owner of an Android smartphone overpay for this "apple" product?
Review of Apple AirPods 2. Appearance and quality of the device
The earbuds with a case are shipped in a small box that also contains a Lightning charging cable. Everything is assembled neatly in the usual minimalistic style of Apple:
The first unpleasant surprise was the build quality of the case. Having previously used headphones from other manufacturers (Huawei, Samsung, Xiaomi), you don't expect such an expensive product from a well-known brand to have such a low build quality.
When closed, the lid of the case makes squeaks and clicks, and also has a fair amount of play. In the open state, it is not fixed by magnets and simply dangles. The quality of the Honor FlyPods case is much higher.
The case itself is made of high-quality glossy plastic with a convenient recess for opening the lid with one hand:
There is one LED indicator inside the case showing the approximate charge of the headphones or case if the headphones are removed. Everything was done very inconvenient and uninformative.
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The indicator glows either green when fully charged, or amber when there is little charge left. How little - the manufacturer does not report. In the case of a wireless case, the indicator is placed on the front side.
The build quality of the headphones raises no questions. They are made of the same glossy plastic.
AirPods are very lightweight (only 4g) and comfortable to fit in your ears. Although, the degree of reliability also depends on the anatomical features of the auricle. The ears do not get tired or hurt even with prolonged wear.
In addition to two microphones, there is an optical sensor on each of the headphones, thanks to which the music playback automatically stops when the headphones are removed from the ears. However, this function only works in conjunction with the iPhone. If you connect them to another device, the music will play regardless of whether the headphones are in your ears or not.
Externally and in terms of sound quality, Apple AirPods and AirPods 2 do not have the slightest difference. These are exactly the same headphones. It's weird that Apple hasn't even added new colors, like with the iPhone. After all, those around you must see and understand that you have the latest and most expensive model. It would be Apple style.
But, apparently, the company decided that people would buy a new model without any changes, even purely cosmetic ones.
Apple AirPods sound quality
AirPods are in-ear headphones (they are also earbuds) with all the advantages and disadvantages of this form factor. In this plan, vacuum analogs (or) will bring much more pleasure from listening to music.
It is not only about better sound insulation, but also about the amount of low frequencies. Listening to music on AirPods, you will perfectly hear everything that is happening around, as well as everyone around you will hear your music. This should be remembered. Sometimes even the maximum volume does not save you from city noise or in transport.
The sound quality is quite good. Low frequencies are present when listening indoors, and the mids and highs are relatively well detailed. In a noisy place, the bass is very lacking, the sound loses a little volume and detail. But you can listen to music. For comparison, the complete wired Apple EarPods headphones for any iPhone model sound worse than wireless AirPods.
However, if you choose headphones for your Android smartphone based on price-performance ratio alone, the Apple AirPods are quite overpriced. You can take cheaper counterparts with better sound quality.
Of the codecs, only AAC is supported. There can be no question of any Hi-Res sound (aptX HD or LDAC). There is no point in listening to music with a bitrate over 320 kb / s.
The sound in games lags far behind (desynchronization occurs). When watching videos on YouTube or through other applications, there are no audio delays.
Where AirPods are really good at is the convenience of using the headphones as a headset. Due to the presence of additional microphones for active noise cancellation, the interlocutor will hear you well even on a noisy street.
How to connect Apple AirPods to Android?
Before connecting AirPods to your Android smartphone for the first time, you need to do the following:
- Open the case without taking out the headphones
- As soon as the indicator located between the earbuds starts flashing white, release the button
The headphones are now in pairing mode and can be connected to any device. Next, on the Android smartphone, go to the Bluetooth settings. You can do this either by holding down the icon for a couple of seconds Bluetoothin the notification curtain, or by going to the smartphone settings to the Bluetooth item:
In just a few seconds, the headphones will be detected. We select them in the list of found devices and connect to the smartphone.
The entire procedure described needs to be carried out only once. In the future, the headphones will automatically connect to your smartphone as soon as you open the lid of the case.
Main functions and capabilities of Apple AirPods 2
The headphones have relatively good functionality in conjunction with the iPhone. But when used with an Android smartphone, only the following options will be available:
- Double touch on any earphone plays / pauses music
- During an incoming call, you can answer the call by double-tapping the earphone
If you want to change the track, change the volume or call the voice assistant, you will have to take out your smartphone. In terms of the functionality of headphones in conjunction with Android, only AirPods 2 can be worse than Apple AirPods. For the first generation, at least there is an application that displays the charge.
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When using AirPods with an iPhone, you can not only conveniently see the charge of the case and headphones, but also fully control the player (switching tracks, pause / play). And to call Siri, you just need to say the command.
During my testing of AirPods 2 paired with Galaxy S10 +, the headphones often behaved strangely. Sometimes, when connecting to a phone or switching tracks, the volume was automatically set to maximum, causing considerable discomfort.
Sometimes the sound was severely distorted for no reason, an echo appeared. And once while watching YouTube, the two headphones got out of sync, playing with a slight delay relative to each other. Reconnection helped.
Some problems were observed when working with other smartphones on Android 9.
Apple AirPods review. Autonomy
On average, earbuds are capable of working from a single charge up to 5 hours. The battery capacity of the case is enough for 4 full charges. Thus, taking only AirPods with a case with you on a trip, you can get up to 20 hours of listening to music.
The charging time for the earbuds in the case is approximately 25 minutes. The case itself, when connected to a laptop or a 5V power supply, charges in an hour and a half.
Headphone working time is 5 hours
Or 20 hours when recharging in a case
The only major drawback is the proprietary Lightning connector. Android smartphone users are unlikely to have a spare cable available. And in the case of travel, in addition to the USB cable for charging the smartphone, you will have to take the headphone cable separately.
Alternatively, you can buy the wireless charging version of AirPods 2 to solve this problem. But then the price of headphones rises even more, making such a purchase completely irrational.
Frequently asked questions about Apple AirPods
At the end of the review, I would like to answer the most common questions about Apple AirPods:
- Can I shower with Apple AirPods? Is there moisture protection?
The earbuds are not IP certified and are not waterproof. The second generation AirPods add a water-repellent coating on the chips, but this does not mean that you can shower with the headphones. Most likely, they will suffer light rain or sweat without any consequences. No more.
- Can AirPods be connected to a laptop or TV?
If you want to connect AirPods to multiple devices (such as a smartphone and laptop), then you need to put the headphones in pairing or search mode before connecting. This is very easy to do:
- Insert the headphones into the case
- Hold the round button on the back of the case for 2-3 seconds
- As soon as the indicator inside the case starts blinking white, release the button
- Done! Headphones in pairing mode
To connect AriPods to a laptop running Windows 10, you must do the following on your computer (the headphones must be in pairing mode at this time):
- Open the menu Start
- Choose Parameters
- In the window that opens, go to the section Devices
- Next, click Adding Bluetooth or other device
- In the new window, select Bluetooth (mice, keyboards, audio and other devices)
- When Windows detects the headphones, select them with a mouse click
- Can AirPods be used with one earbud?
Yes, each earphone connects to the smartphone separately and can be used independently. This is great if you plan to use them as a headset. After discharging one of the headphones, you can get the second out of the case, staying in touch for up to 10 hours in a row.
- How can I reset AirPods to factory settings?
For a full factory reset ( Hard reset) you need to do the following:
- We put both headphones in the case
- Without closing the lid of the case, we clamp the round button on its back
- We hold the button for 15 seconds until we see a blinking yellow indicator inside the case
- Let's release the button. All settings are reset, you can try again to connect the headphones to another device
- How to find out the exact battery percentage of the case and headphones on Android?
To monitor the battery level of the first generation Apple AirPods, there is an unofficial application in the Google Play store called AirBattery. However, this application does not support AirPods 2. So, using an Android smartphone, it is impossible to know the exact percentage of the headphone charge.
Apple AirPods review 2. Conclusions
The only reason why the owner of an Android smartphone can buy AirPods is the desire to own headphones from Apple. There is simply no other advantage of these headphones over competitors.
Samsung Galaxy Buds sound better due to the in-ear design and have much wider functionality (you can control the player, adjust the volume, turn on the ambient sound enhancement mode, and much more).
The build quality of the Honor FlyPods is higher than that of Apple. The lid of the case does not dangle, there is a very convenient charge indicator.
Xiaomi AirDots sound better than Apple AirPods due to deeper bass and excellent noise isolation.
Therefore, if the brand is more important to you than anything else, you can safely buy Apple AirPods. They are quite compatible with Android smartphones, although not so convenient to use.
For iPhone users, the situation is completely different. Apple's earbuds are a great addition to your smartphone and arguably the best choice.
Apple wireless earbuds deliver superior sound quality. Instructions for setting up in Russian with a description of all the steps will help you figure out how to set up Airpods.
How Airpods work
The earbuds echo the signature style of the classic EarPods. They fit perfectly in the ears and do not cause discomfort during prolonged listening to music. The device is equipped with a sensitive microphone and IR sensor. The work of the model is based on the proprietary Apple W1 chipset, which instantly finds third-party devices and offers pairing with them.
A second after turning on the headphones, a notification about the wireless accessory is displayed on the iPhone screen. The user does not need to carry out complex manipulations to find the device, but simply turn on Bluetooth and press the "Connect" lever.
The sound quality of Airpods differs from the wired version. The frequency range is perfectly balanced so that people of all ages can enjoy music without distortion.
How to use headphones
Using headphones from Apple involves connecting the device to a smartphone, smart watch or laptop based on Mac OS.
System requirements
The system requirements for external devices that different versions of AirPods work with differ.
Training
The first time you set up an iPhone accessory, you need to do the following:
Listening to audio recordings
After successfully connecting the headphones to the smartphone, you can proceed to music playback. It will start automatically when the user inserts the gadget into their ears. When you remove one earbud, the music is paused, and if you take out two accessories at once, playback will stop. If you insert the headphones back into your ears within 15 seconds, your favorite track will play again.
Connection to a smartphone and smart watch based on Apple watch OS 3 or later is performed simultaneously. To play music on a third-party device or switch between speakers and headphones, just follow the instructions below.
iOS device
Mac computer
When connecting the device to computers based on Mac OS later version 8, the headphones are activated in the "Output device" section.
Headphone control
The instructions in Russian explain in detail how to set up Airpods headphones and all the principles of controlling the device. Both generations are compatible with the Siri voice assistant, which is activated with a double tap. The 2nd version provides for automatic activation of Siri after pronouncing the phrase "Hey Siri".
Using the Siri voice assistant
Airpods 2 users can turn on the voice assistant with the phrase “Hey Siri,” or double-tap the earphone. Through the accessory, you can ask Siri your usual questions or make phone calls. The assistant also knows how to control music, change the volume and perform other useful tasks.
How to set up Airpods on Android
In addition to iOS devices, Airpods are compatible with other mobile platforms. To connect them to Android, you need to follow these instructions:
That said, Android users should take into account that a number of Airpods features are only available for Apple products. First of all, this is the Siri voice assistant. The automatic pause option is also disabled. 
How to charge the earbuds and case
To restore the battery charge of the headphones, just hide them in the case and close the cover. Charging takes place automatically after placing the accessory in the case. Both generations are capable of charging in a wireless or standard case using the Lightning interface. 
The indicator light labels also answer the question of how to set up your Airpods. The Airpods case has an indicator light that can alert users to various actions:
- No indication - the device has been discharged and needs to be charged.
- Orange indication with headphones in the case - the charging process is in progress.
- Orange indicator with the headphones removed from the case - you need to charge the case, because it will not be enough to fully charge the headphones.
- Flickering orange light - there was an error with pairing the device. Reconnection will be required.
- Green with headphones - charging from the case.
- Green without headphones - the case will be able to charge the headphones 1 time.
- White indication with flickering - waiting for connection.
The indicator is located under the cover of the case between the headphones.
With simple manipulations, you can make a useful baby monitor out of your favorite accessory. To do this, you need to do the following:
After that, parents will be able to listen to everything that happens near the phone at a distance of 10-15 m.
