AirPods won’t connect

workinonmytan Said:

"AirPods won’t connect: I reset my AirPods and now they don’t show up under Bluetooth"

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Troubleshoot AirPods and Bluetooth:

A. Bluetooth:

Disable Bluetooth on all but one device — the one device you want to synchronize with these with. On an iPhone, if already enabled, the disabled, and then enable Bluetooth. See if it connects.

B. Some Links to Try:

Be certain you read these in full, as it mentioned different models....

• Set up AirPods with iPhone - Apple Support
• If your AirPods won't Connect - Apple Support
• Reset your AirPods - Apple Support

C. Troubleshoot the Connection:

Using this via these Apple Support links, troubleshoot this.

• If your Left or Right AirPod isn't Working - Apple Support
• If your AirPods Won't Connect – Apple Support
• Connect and Use your AirPods and AirPods Pro – Apple Support

D. Verify the Balance:

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

E. Clear Out Earwax:

How to clean your AirPods and EarPods - Apple Support

Use ear tips and a toothpick to remove debris.

F. Perform a Restart:

• Restart your iPhone - Apple Support
• Force Restart your iPhone - Apple Support

workinonmytan Said:

"AirPods won’t connect: [...]Prior to this, I’ve had these for a year and they worked flawlessly. I appreciate any guidance. Thanks"

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Get a New Pair...

Perhaps this is a Faulty Device?:

You might have faulty AirPods. So, contact Apple, seeing if you can get this replaced. Important: Have your order invoice with you when calling them. Hold old are these. Note that you have a one year, out-of-the-box limited warranty on these. So, if less and one year old, or if you covered AppleCare with these, then see if getting these replaced by Apple would be free of charge to you.  Start here: AirPods Replacement, Service, and Repair - Apple Support

Apple Contact Info:

• Contact Us - Choose Locations
• Proceed from there, as necessary
• Why the Wait: Phone calls are taking a bit to go through at the moment, due to lots of calls. With the Coronavirus Pandemic, many are at home at the moment, with much time on their hands to contact Apple. So, just stay on the line, and you will get through :)

workinonmytan Said:

"AirPods won’t connect: Thanks. I appreciate all your help.”

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You are welcome.