How To Reset AirPods? (Dive Right In)

Have you ever struggled to connect your AirPods to your devices or faced sound quality issues? You’re not alone. Even the most advanced and sleek tech devices, like the AirPods, can experience hiccups from time to time.

But the good news is resetting your AirPods is a simple process that can resolve most of these problems.

In this article, I’ll guide you through the step-by-step process of resetting your AirPods and help you get back to a seamless, high-quality audio experience. Get ready to troubleshoot and restore the performance of your AirPods like a pro.

Let’s dive right in!

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Reasons to reset AirPods

There are multiple problems for which resetting your AirPods is the only solution:

When you’re experiencing connectivity problems or your AirPods are having trouble connecting to your devices, resetting them can help resolve the issue.
In case you experience low-quality sound, resetting your AirPods can improve the audio quality.
AirPods aren’t charging or not connecting to your device; a reset can fix that as well.
Have you bought used Airpods? They are more likely to need a reset.
If your AirPods are experiencing any other performance issues or glitches, resetting them can help restore their performance.

If resetting doesn’t solve the problem, you might want to contact the Apple service center.

How To Factory Reset AirPods?

Most AirPods owners don’t know the exact way of resetting their AirPods. In this section, I’ll discuss the guide for performing a factory reset for Airpods.

Follow these steps:

Place both AirPods in the charging case if not already present, and then close the lid.
Then, open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad after lifting the lid. (Directly jump to step 6 if Air Pods don’t appear).
Otherwise, scroll down to the bottom and tap “Forget This Device,” keeping the Airpod charging case open.
Tap it again to confirm. Press the button on the back until the LED light flashes from amber to white.
If they are paired with other Apple IDs, follow the instructions on “how to unpair them.”
After that, bring your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch next to your AirPods in the charging case with the lid open and try connecting it with that.

If the AirPods don’t sync with your device or take longer to rest, here’s another solution. You can reset your AirPods using the charging case:

Keep your AirPods in the charging case, and make sure that the case has charged. Press and hold the button on the back of the charging case until the LED light on the front starts flashing amber.

Hold the button until the LED light flashes white, then amber, which indicates that your AirPods have been reset.

How To Reset Apple AirPods Max?

A digital crown is present on Apple AirPods Max. It is used to access Siri and control the volume or play audio. Resting AirPod Pro Max utilizes the buttons on the earcups, unlike other AirPod generations that use the buttons on the case.

Before you reset your AirPods Max, make sure they are fully charged.
Disconnect the AirPods Max from the connected device first.
After that, press and hold the noise control and digital crown buttons for 15 seconds.
Hold the button until the LED light at the bottom of the same ear starts to flash from amber to white. This will factory reset your AirPods.
After that, you can reconnect the AirPods Max to your device, and they will resume their factory settings.

Alternatively, you can repair them with your iCloud account and phone as if they were brand new.

How to Remove the Apple ID from AirPods?

Whenever you choose to sell or gift your AirPods to someone, make sure you remove your iCloud or Apple ID from them. This is how we do it:

First and foremost, the original or latest owner should launch the “Find My” app on their iOS device. Then, go to the “Devices” section. Let it load all the devices. Once you see your AirPods, remove them.
Or the old owner may go to his iCloud devices list and remove the Airpods name.
You must reset AirPods to set them up as brand-new. You can do this only if the old owner is outside the Bluetooth range.

Unfortunately, this is the only method for removing the Apple ID. Apple support doesn’t claim to remove the pairing lock for us. You will probably be unable to sell or give it to someone if it is already paired with your accounts.

Multiple apple devices — **iCloud shows a list of devices integrated with it**

How to Reset Your AirPods Without a Phone?

Sometimes, you don’t have your phone to reset your AirPods. Either the battery is dead, or you left your phone at home. You can reset your AirPods without your phone, however.

Here’s how you can perform the resting process:

Put the AirPods in the charging case with the lid open.
Find the reset button on the back of your AirPods.
Hold down the setup button for 15 seconds.
The status indicator turns from amber to white.
Close the lid again. This way, you can easily rest your AirPods.

Remember that the AirPods should be charged enough to carry out this process.

How to Reset your AirPods?

Why Can’t I Reset My Aipods?

If you’re having trouble resetting your AirPods, there are a few things that you can try to resolve the issue.

AirPods in their charging case: To reset AirPods, you need to place them in the charging case and hold down the button on the back until the light flashes amber.
Check the Battery levels: Ensure that the AirPods and the charging case have enough battery for reset. If the battery is low, charge them before attempting the reset.
Use the correct reset method: There are different reset methods for AirPods and AirPods Pro. Use the correct process for your specific model.
Check for firmware updates: Confirm that your AirPods and charging case are running the latest firmware. If there’s an update available, install it before attempting to reset your AirPods.
Restart your phone: If you’re having trouble resetting your AirPods, try restarting your iPhone and then attempting the reset process again.

If these steps don’t resolve your issue, your AirPods or charging case may be damaged. In that case, you may need to reach out to Apple Support for further assistance.

FAQs

Can the previous owner track my AirPods?

Once you change the ownership of the Airpods by resetting it, no one else can track it except you.

The “Find My iPhone” app can only locate devices that have been lost or stolen. This app can’t track any device with a different owner or flagged by another Apple service.

You must enable the “Find My iPhone” app on your Apple devices to locate them if they are stolen or misplaced.

Can AirPods be reset without being disconnected?

Yes, you can reset AirPods without disconnecting from your device. To reset your AirPods, you can follow these steps:

Go to the Bluetooth settings on the device that your AirPods are connected to. Then, your AirPods in the list of connected devices, and tap on the “i” icon next to them. Next, Tap on “Forget This Device” and confirm your action.

This will reset your AirPods and disconnect them from the device.

AirPods in a girls ear — AirPods provide a great listening experience

Why did my AirPods suddenly stop working together?

Your iPhone might be the only device with this issue. Switch Airplane Mode on and off again to disable Bluetooth. To do that, access Control Center, tap on the plane icon, wait a few seconds, and then tap it again.

Restarting your iPhone may solve the problem if this doesn’t work.

Why don’t my AirPods connect despite popping up?

Your AirPods may be unable to pair with your Bluetooth devices for various reasons.

It’s likely because of low battery life, Bluetooth issues, software update issues, hardware damage, debris on the AirPods or charging case, and other factors are some of the potential causes.

AirPods and their prices:

AirPods	Price
AirPods (2nd generation)	$129
AirPods (3rd generation)	$169
AirPods Pro (2nd generation)	$249
AirPods Max	$549

Different Airpods with prices

Conclusion

Apple AirPods are unique for multiple reasons. They’ve some amazing features, but they are also expensive. It’s always wise to buy second-hand Apple devices and reset them. To rest the Airpods, follow these instructions:

Go to the “Bluetooth” section on your device’s “Settings” app. Tap on the “i” icon next to your AirPods in the list of devices. Tap on “Forget This Device.”
Place your AirPods back in the charging case and close the lid. Press and holds the button on the back of the charging case until the LED light on the front starts flashing white.
After resetting your AirPods, you’ll need to set them up with your devices again to use them.
Apple AirPods don’t take much time to reset. You can reset them in 30 seconds or 1 minute. However, it takes time when they run low on battery.
The standard factory reset procedure does not delete the Apple ID associated with the AirPods. Always make sure that your AirPods are fully charged before resetting them.