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My right AirPod doesn’t connect to my ear when the automatic ear detection is on, however it will work when it is off. How do I fix my problem?

How do I fix my AirPod when it doesn’t connect to my phone when the automatic ear detection is on, but it will when the feature is off.

Posted on Sep 4, 2022 11:27 AM

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Posted on Sep 4, 2022 10:16 PM

Candy_Pop292 Said:

"My right AirPod doesn’t connect to my ear when the automatic ear detection is on, however it will work when it is off. How do I fix my problem?"

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Troubleshooting Automatic Ear Detection:


Try This:

  1. Go Here: If your AirPods won't Connect - Apple Support
  2. Scroll to: If you can't Connect to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch
  3. Try what is shown.


Most Importantly, try: Resetting your AirPods - Apple Support

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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Sep 4, 2022 10:16 PM in response to Candy_Pop292

Candy_Pop292 Said:

"My right AirPod doesn’t connect to my ear when the automatic ear detection is on, however it will work when it is off. How do I fix my problem?"

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Troubleshooting Automatic Ear Detection:


Try This:

  1. Go Here: If your AirPods won't Connect - Apple Support
  2. Scroll to: If you can't Connect to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch
  3. Try what is shown.


Most Importantly, try: Resetting your AirPods - Apple Support

My right AirPod doesn’t connect to my ear when the automatic ear detection is on, however it will work when it is off. How do I fix my problem?

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