Airpods (Gen 2) Won't Connect Or Reset

Recently as I was using my Airpod's (Gen 2) the left pod cut out and stopped working. To troubleshoot I forgot the connection with my iPhone X. When I tried to reconnect them the animation would not pop up. I again tried troubleshooting the problem by holding the back button on the non-wireless charging case. All that happened was a solid white light. I took each pod out and found that when I removed the right pod and the left pod was still in the case it would flash amber.


The Airpods have been kept in good condition and haven't suffered any water or drop damage.


In what way can I solve this problem?

iPhone X, iOS 14

Posted on Sep 16, 2020 9:36 PM

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Posted on Sep 19, 2020 10:22 AM

Hello, Mdschoff.


Thank you for using Apple Support Communities! It sounds like you're having issues pairing your AirPods due to an issue with either the left or right AirPod. You've come to the right place for next steps.


"If the status light still flashes amber, connect the case to power, close the lid, and wait 20 minutes. Then open the lid and press and hold the setup button again for a few seconds until the status light flashes white."

If your left or right AirPod isn't working - Apple Support


You can try cleaning: How to clean your AirPods and EarPods - Apple Support


If you still have trouble pairing your AirPods, reach out to Apple Support directly here: Contact - Official Apple Support


I hope this helps! Take care.

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Sep 19, 2020 10:22 AM in response to Mdschoff

Hello, Mdschoff.


Thank you for using Apple Support Communities! It sounds like you're having issues pairing your AirPods due to an issue with either the left or right AirPod. You've come to the right place for next steps.


"If the status light still flashes amber, connect the case to power, close the lid, and wait 20 minutes. Then open the lid and press and hold the setup button again for a few seconds until the status light flashes white."

If your left or right AirPod isn't working - Apple Support


You can try cleaning: How to clean your AirPods and EarPods - Apple Support


If you still have trouble pairing your AirPods, reach out to Apple Support directly here: Contact - Official Apple Support


I hope this helps! Take care.

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