{"id":26875,"date":"2021-11-10T14:45:45","date_gmt":"2021-11-10T14:45:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rbsitsoftwaresolution.com\/blog\/one-airpod-not-working-heres-how-to-fix-your-apple-earbuds.html"},"modified":"2021-11-10T14:45:45","modified_gmt":"2021-11-10T14:45:45","slug":"one-airpod-not-working-heres-how-to-fix-your-apple-earbuds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rbsitsoftwaresolution.in\/blog\/one-airpod-not-working-heres-how-to-fix-your-apple-earbuds.html","title":{"rendered":"One AirPod not working? Here’s how to fix your Apple earbuds"},"content":{"rendered":"
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An AirPods Pro earbud.<\/p>\n

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AirPods<\/span> can be hugely convenient — except for when one earbud mysteriously stops working. There’s a simple fix for this issue that should have your earbuds working normally in just a few seconds. The steps are the same whether you own the original AirPods, the\u00a0AirPods 2<\/span>, the new\u00a0AirPods 3<\/span> or the noise-canceling\u00a0AirPods Pro<\/span>. <\/p>\n

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If you’re experiencing issues with your AirPods<\/span>, it’s also a good idea to make sure your iPhone<\/span>‘s Bluetooth is turned on. To do this, swipe down from the top right corner of the screen to launch the Control Center<\/span>. Then, make sure the circle with the Bluetooth symbol is blue. If it’s not, tap it to turn on Bluetooth.\u00a0 <\/p>\n

You can also check whether your iPhone’s software<\/span> is up to date to mitigate any potential issues you may be experiencing with your AirPods. Software updates usually bring security fixes and sometimes add new features to your AirPods too, so it’s a good idea regardless. Launch Settings<\/strong>, tap General<\/strong> and select Software Update<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

How to fix one AirPod that isn’t working <\/h2>\n

1<\/strong>. Put both AirPods back in their case and make sure they’re charging. Let them charge for 30 seconds. <\/p>\n

2<\/strong>. Open the case’s lid near your iPhone or iPad and wait for them to pop up on screen. <\/p>\n

3<\/strong>. Put both AirPods in your ears and try playing music or a video to make sure audio is working. <\/p>\n

Learn smart gadget and internet tips and tricks with our entertaining and ingenious how-tos.<\/p>\n

How to reset your AirPods <\/h2>\n

1<\/strong>. To get started, make sure your AirPods<\/span> are in their charging case with the lid closed. <\/p>\n

2<\/strong>. After 30 seconds, open the lid to connect your AirPods with your iPhone<\/span> or iPad. Launch the Settings<\/strong>\u00a0menu on your mobile device and tap Bluetooth<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Open the Bluetooth section in your iPhone’s Settings menu.<\/p>\n

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\u00a03<\/strong>. Find your AirPods in the list of Bluetooth devices and tap the i<\/strong>\u00a0symbol next to it. <\/p>\n

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You can tap the i symbol to get more information about your AirPods or to reset them.<\/p>\n

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4<\/strong>. Choose Forget this device<\/strong>. You may have to scroll down to find this option. <\/p>\n

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Tap Forget This Device to reset your AirPods.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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5<\/strong>. Once your AirPods are forgotten, open the charging case’s lid and hold down the button on the back for about 15 seconds<\/strong>. The light on the front should flash white<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

6<\/strong>. Now, hold your AirPods in their charging case with the lid open<\/strong> near your iPhone or iPad. You should see on-screen instructions for pairing them again, just like the first time you set them up. <\/p>\n