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My left airpod is not working

My left airpod is not working and not charging

Posted on Sep 27, 2020 2:29 PM

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Posted on Sep 27, 2020 3:51 PM

Mozaalishaq Said:

"My left airpod is not working: My left airpod is not working and not charging"

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A Few Thoughts:


I. Balance:

Troubleshooting This:

Try the Troubleshooting Tips on these Apple Support Links:


Verify the Balance:

  1. Go to: Settings
  2. Tap: General
  3. Tap: Accessibility
  4. Scroll Down: to Hearing
  5. Adjust: the audio volume balance


Also, Clear Out Earwax:

How to clean your AirPods and EarPods - Apple Support


II. Charing Issues:

A. A Few Links to Visit:


B. Try the Following Tasks:

  • Hold Down the Button on the case for about 15 seconds.
  • Use an Apple Brand Cable - not a third party one - cool though it may look, a fabric, third-part cable would likely tear - (Apple cable's are plastic and are intended for Apple)
  • Remove the AirPod from the Case, then place it back in the charger. Perhaps it need to resync with he charger.
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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Sep 27, 2020 3:51 PM in response to Mozaalishaq

Mozaalishaq Said:

"My left airpod is not working: My left airpod is not working and not charging"

-------


A Few Thoughts:


I. Balance:

Troubleshooting This:

Try the Troubleshooting Tips on these Apple Support Links:


Verify the Balance:

  1. Go to: Settings
  2. Tap: General
  3. Tap: Accessibility
  4. Scroll Down: to Hearing
  5. Adjust: the audio volume balance


Also, Clear Out Earwax:

How to clean your AirPods and EarPods - Apple Support


II. Charing Issues:

A. A Few Links to Visit:


B. Try the Following Tasks:

  • Hold Down the Button on the case for about 15 seconds.
  • Use an Apple Brand Cable - not a third party one - cool though it may look, a fabric, third-part cable would likely tear - (Apple cable's are plastic and are intended for Apple)
  • Remove the AirPod from the Case, then place it back in the charger. Perhaps it need to resync with he charger.

My left airpod is not working

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