When I push my AirPods Pro into my ears I hear a really high pitched noise, similar to the mosquito sound everyone used to play. Has anyone else experienced this? When they’re off it doesn’t happen, so I’m assuming it’s part of the noise cancellation.
iPhone 8, iOS 13
Same. Started with one ear. I got the screeching to stop by resetting but then it had a constant static - but only in transparency and noise cancelling mode. I called. Told them my guess was from sweat. I was told emphatically no, they are designed for the gym. I took them in. They replaced just the bad one at no cost. But, just yesterday, the other is screeching so I’ll need to go in again. FYI - They were nice at the store and had heard of similar issues. They had me reset, which didn’t work. Then replaced one without even listening for themselves. You have to wait 30 minutes in store for the new AirPods to sync while charging, which was annoying. And wow, that screeching is so loud it could damage ears. Worried this could become a big issue for Apple.
Same issue i am facing with both of my Airpods.
Don’t know if this had been answered yet but I’m pretty sure the noise happens when the AirPods are put under pressure and the noise is to help eject water
I hav the Exakt same this? How Can this be fixrd??
I I have that issue with my left AirPod where it’s so loud and I don’t even have to push it into my ear.
Sudden extremely loud and high-pitch noise from the right pod.
It has done me harm in my hearing. How may I escalate the issue?
I’ve also never cleaned with rubbing alcohol or anything abrasive.
This is not a fix. It's a walkaround.
Totally disappointed with Airpods pro. I get screeching noise in my leftside airpods pro. When contacted apple support they are charging me 135 SGD for replacement as i dont have apple care. This is ridiculous and I wont recommend airpods pro to anyone.
This has happened since I got them, (by which I mean a screeching noise when pushing them in). I always assumed it was because I was pushing on the black bit, which is the grille for the noise cancelling mic, and the system that tries to equalise the pressure between the inside and outside of your ear, which I am blocking with my finger, therefore the system freaks out. I may be wrong though.
Not weirdness after I have pushed them in.
So this is probably why Apple engineers are saying it is normal behaviour. I suspect that is not SCREECHGATE!
If you are getting weird noises during playback just return them or go see a Genius bar.
@Hi1234hi976, would you consider updating your post to indicate the solution and flag this as solved. based on feedback I the thread this issue requires device replacement and isn't something the community can facilitate. Perhaps adding a link to the relevant Apple support page to initiate that replacement request.
Given the number of views, might help to bring this information up to the top.
I see that this is an ongoing problem. I recently too, came upon the same problem in my left AirPod Pro. I thought maybe it was from listening to music too loud, or maybe water had transversed inside. But I never get it close to water and I only clean the AirPod cushions and not the AirPods themselves.
And being a musician, I always apply the credo K. I. S. S.
With that said, all I did was change the AirPod Pro cushions to another set. And Voila, the problem was corrected.
I am assuming that if there is not a tight air fit and there is any type of ambient noise getting into your ear canal. It causes feedback to either the right or left AirPod Pro.
I truly hope this solves your problem, it did for me.
That’s sounds like a good reason. The AirPods ended up being replaced and I’ve since bought third party add ons that keep them in place. No adjusting, no squeal. Thank you for taking the time to answer!
I have the same thing happening to my pair. They will also screech out loud when holding one in each hand close together. I’m assuming it’s feedback from the microphones and magnetic parts in the speakers.
my airpods are from a couple years ago to be fair, i only ever ran into the issue when i directly laid on my airpods. i could be wrong, but i figured this issue could be replicated with even a brand new set of airpods. this could also be a sign of water damage, though. that was an idea that entered my mind shortly after i posted. i dont think apple would be willing to replace airpods that are decently old, let alone ones that no longer have a receipt or box associated with them anymore. they've likely outlived their expected useful life. if you could consistently replicate this noise on your old pair and can't on your new pair, then i'm probably wrong about what i assumed earlier. maybe this is a sign of age or water damage afterall, which is interesting
Is everyone on the same firmware?
Just saw this post:
I'm on version 2B588.
Found on the 'About' page in the iOS Setting screen when Airpods are connected.
AirPods Pro High Pitched Noise
