Try These When One of Your AirPods is not Working

Today I’m going to show you what to do when one of your AirPods is not working.

It will cover:

• Why your left/right AirPods is not working
• Check the Bluetooth connection
• Reset your AirPods
• and more.

Let’s get started!

Why is your left or right AirPods not working?

AirPods are a great device to use and they have made the lives of many people much easier. But with any new device, there are bound to be some problems that you will face. One of the most common problems that people face with AirPods is when one of the earbuds stops working.

There are many reasons why your left or right AirPod might stop working and they can range from software problems, battery life issues, dirty AirPods, or other unknown reasons. So in this article, we will go through all these possible reasons and how to fix them.

What to do when your left/right AirPods is not working properly

Step 1: Clean your AirPods and the case

Make sure you clean your AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max, including the case thoroughly. 

To clean the AirPods’ case and contacts, use a soft, dry, lint-free cloth, alcohol, and a q-tip.

Rub them gently to remove any debris that has become stuck to the case and the AirPods.

You can also disinfect your AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max with a disinfectant. It is recommended that you use 70% isopropyl alcohol wipes, 75% ethyl alcohol wipes, or Clorox Disinfecting Wipes.

Gently wipe every inch of the surface of your AirPods.

Remember that you should not dip your AirPods underwater since it is not water resistant. 

Don’t use soap, shampoo, or other household cleaners to clean your AirPods because it can cause stains or other damage. 

After you’ve cleaned your AirPods and the case, leave them dry before you use them again.

Step 2: Charge your AirPods

Check the battery life of your AirPods or charge them for a few minutes before using them again.

It is recommended that you charge your AirPods, AirPods Max, and AirPods Pro with the original charging cable that came with them.

If your AirPods support wireless charging, make sure the charger is Qi-compatible. Then, position your AirPods case so that the status light is facing up.

The status led will light up for a few seconds before turning off automatically. It indicates that it is charging. You should wait for 5 to 15 minutes before attempting to connect it to your iPhone.

Following that, you can test to see if one of your AirPods is still not working.

Step 3: Reset your AirPods

To reset your AirPods, here’s what you need to do:

1. Place your AirPods back into the case and close the lid.

2. Leave it for one minute.

3. Open the case’s lid.

4. Grab your iPhone and go to Settings > Bluetooth and find your AirPods’ name and tap the More Info button next to it.

5. Select Forget This Device and confirm it if prompted.