AirPods Pro

Today I received my AirPods Pro and they have weird smell. Is it harmful? Will it go away

Posted on Dec 27, 2020 4:52 PM

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1 reply

Jeff_W.

Community Specialist

Dec 29, 2020 9:41 AM in response to Sheldon6378

Hello Sheldon6378.

Welcome to Apple Support Communities. We understand that your new AirPods have a weird smell. We’re happy to help.

Please contact Apple Support here: Get Support

Let us know if you have further questions.

Take care.

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