The release of Apple's new AirPods, the well-known Bluetooth headphones that let users shut out the outside world, is the subject of rumors. Here is everything you need to know about the device, from how to connect to different devices, both Apple and non-Apple, to how to turn off those annoying read-aloud texts, in advance of the release of the new generation of AirPods.
How to connect AirPods
Depending on the device you want to pair the Bluetooth headphones with, there are several pairing procedures.
Connect AirPods to a Macbook
Make sure you are close to your device before opening the case that contains your AirPods.
The setup button on the back of your case should be depressed and held. A white light will flash.
Go to the Apple menu on your computer, choose System Preferences, and then choose Bluetooth.
Select your AirPods from the list of devices that are ready to pair, and they should connect.
Connect AirPods to a Dell Laptop
- The pairing process is similar on a Dell laptop. The setup button on your AirPod case should be pressed and held.
- From the Action Center, choose Settings, and then pick Bluetooth & other devices.
- Your AirPods should appear on the list of eligible devices when you select "Add Bluetooth & other devices," and you can click on them to connect.
Connect AirPods to an Android
- Open Settings on your phone, choose Connected Devices, and then Bluetooth.
- Press the setup button while holding your AirPods case open and close to your phone.
- When you click "Pair," your AirPods should appear in a list of available devices and connect.
NOTE: On an iPhone, a pop-up should appear when your case is opened close to the device, allowing you to select "connect" to initiate an automated pairing. If this doesn't work, you can manually link the headphones by following the same steps on an Android device.
How to reset AirPods
- Resetting your AirPods can be a good idea if they're having technical issues. To restore them
- Close the case's cover after placing both earbuds inside.
- Count for about 30 seconds.
- Unlock the case.
- Choose Bluetooth from the Settings menu on your phone or computer (or whatever device they are linked to), then click the "More Info" icon next to your AirPods.
- Simply select "Forget this device."
- When the lid is opened and the setup button is pressed and held down for around 15 seconds, the light should flicker amber before turning white.
- Now they are resetting. To connect them, start the pairing procedure once more.
How to stop AirPods from reading texts
- Open your phone's settings.
- Decide on "Notifications."
- "Announce Notifications" should be selected under the Siri section.
- If the lever on your phone is green, indicating that this setting is on, tap it to make the bar gray.
How long do AirPods last?
According to Business Insider, if AirPods were left charging in their case the night before, their battery life should be up to 24 hours. The Bluetooth headphones' overall battery life varies depending on the model, but typically they can support five hours of music or podcast listening and 3.5 hours of chat time (phone conversations). According to the tech review website Headphone Honesty, users typically use their AirPods for two to three years before feeling the need to replace them. The lithium-ion battery is partially to blame for its short lifespan.
How to test the battery in an AirPod
Depending on your device, On an iPhone or iPad, open the case's lid, and a pop-up should show the battery life of the case and each of the earphones. The Batteries widget, displays the charge of your phone On a Mac Open the lid of your case, select the "Bluetooth" icon from the menu, and a drop-down list of your devices should display. If you click on or hover over your AirPods, the remaining charge for the case and each earbud should be visible.
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