Can’t get AirPods to connect

jeradhail66 Said:

"Can’t get AirPods to connect: I’ve tried several times to connect my AirPods and can’t seem them to link up with my phone?"

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Troubleshooting AirPods Connectivity:

Seems bluetooth may be the issue here. So, start with troubleshooting the AirPods. From there, troubleshoot the iPhone's Bluetooth. See the following reply.

I. Troubleshooting iPhone Bluetooth:

Visit these Links:

• Set Up and Use Bluetooth Accessories on iPhone - Apple Support
• If you can't Connect a Bluetooth Accessory to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

II. Troubleshooting AirPods Connectivity:

Few Thoughts to Try:

A. Visit Apple Support links:

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

B. Verify the Balance:

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

C. Also, Clear Out Earwax: How to Clean your AirPods and EarPods - Apple Support

D. Reset All Network Settings to Default:

Example of items that will be reset: (Wi-Fi Passwords, VPN Connections, etc)

1. Go To: Settings
2. Tap: General
3. Tap: Reset
4. Tap: Reset Network Settings.
5. Enter: [Your Passcode]

As a Last Resort:

E. Restore form a Backup:

Have a backup of your iPhone? If you are not concerned with losing data, then restore your iPhone from a backup that was made when this was working. Prior to restoring, backup your iPhone, incase anything goes wrong with the restoration. It must be the same iOS version.