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My airpod 3rd gen doesn't go to pairing mode, what can i do?

I have done all the tricks, closing and opening lid, holding pair button up to 45 seconds, still it doesn't go to pair mode. It is paired to my iPhone but I can't change it to pair with another device

Posted on Sep 21, 2023 11:04 AM

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Sep 26, 2023 11:06 AM in response to The-M-Man

Hello The-M-Man,


If your AirPods won't pair or connect, please check out this link, which has some additional information and suggestions that may help: If your AirPods or AirPods Pro won't connect


If you can't connect to your iPhone or iPad

1. Update your iPhone or iPad to the latest version of iOS or iPadOS.
2. Put both AirPods in the charging case and make sure that both AirPods are charging.
3. To make sure that Bluetooth is on, go to Settings > Bluetooth.
4. If your AirPods are connected, make sure that they're selected as your audio device. If your AirPods appear in the list of devices but they don't connect, go to the next step.
5. Close the lid, wait 15 seconds, then open the lid.
6. Press and hold the setup button on the back of the charging case for up to 10 seconds. The status light on the front of the charging case should flash white, which means that your AirPods are ready to connect.
AirPods charging cases
7. Hold the charging case, with your AirPods inside and the lid open, next to your iPhone or iPad.
8. Follow the steps on the screen of your iPhone or iPad.
9. If you still can't connect, reset your AirPods or contact Apple Support.


Thanks!

My airpod 3rd gen doesn't go to pairing mode, what can i do?

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