How To Connect Airpods To Android?
Are you among those who just can’t get over the addiction to Airpods’ voice quality and want to use them even with non-apple devices?
The good news is, you can certainly use AirPods with an Android, or any other non-apple gadget with Bluetooth.
However, there are some limitations to using AirPods with an Android phone.
For example, when connected to an Android phone, you cannot use Siri with AirPods.
Moreover, although you can get the same great voice quality, the function of ear detection doesn’t work when using a non-Apple device with AirPods.
Once you remove them from your ear, the audio will not pause automatically.
Similarly, all the functions associated with double tapping the AirPods will be disabled while using them with Android.
Do AirPods Work With Android?
Although, Airpods are known to provide the best audio experience with Apple devices, but the good news is that you can use them with Android as well.
You will get the same high quality voice but with limited features.
For example, Siri, ear detection, and double tap functions won’t work with an Android device.
How To Connect AirPods To Android For The First Time?
you need to follow a few simple steps to connect your AirPods to an Android phone for the first time.
- Start by turning on the Bluetooth on your Android phone by visiting the settings, then tapping connections, and then ‘Bluetooth’.
- Open the lid of your AirPods charging case and press down on the button on the back of the case for a few seconds. You will see the status light turn white. For the AirPods Max, do the same with the noise control button instead until the white light flashes on the case.
- On your Android phone, the AirPods will now be shown under the available devices, connect them and you are done.
How Can I Pair My AirPods To My Android?
Pairing your AirPods to Android means you can enjoy the same, exceptional quality audio which is particular to Apple devices, on your Android phone.
You can easily pair your AirPods to Android if it has Bluetooth.
- Turn on the Bluetooth on your Android by opening the ‘settings’, then going to ‘connections’ and selecting ‘Bluetooth’.
- Keep the lid of your AirPods case open and press + hold the button on the back of the charging case (for Airpods Max, press and hold noise control button) until you see the white status light flash on the case, this should not take more than 5 seconds.
- Now, you will see the AirPods being listed in the ‘available devices’ list. Just tap them and the connection is set up.
Why Are My AirPods Not Showing Up on Bluetooth?
Try taking out both your Airpods from the case and insert them back again. Moreover, make sure that both the Airpods are getting charged.
If using an Apple device, make sure you have upgraded your iOS to the latest version and ofcourse, your Bluetooth should be on whether using an Android phone or an Apple device.
Moreover, in the list of ‘Available Devices’ in your Bluetooth menu, ensure that you have selected the Airpods and not any other option by mistake.
If there are other devices nearby as well, turn off the Bluetooth on those devices before trying to connect your AirPods to your intended device through Bluetooth.
Can AirPods Connect To Android?
Luckily, yes. Your AirPods can connect to your Android phone using its Bluetooth in a few simple steps and you can enjoy the same high-quality voice that is characteristic of AirPods.
However, you won’t have access to a few features like ear detection for automatic pause, double tap features, and Siri.
How To Pair AirPods To Android For AirPods Max?
Connecting the AirPods Max to Android follows almost the same process as is followed for other generations of AirPods.
However, there is just the difference of a button for setting up the connection for the first time.
While you press and hold the status button on all other generations of AirPods until the light flashes white, you need to press and hold the noise control button on the charging case of AirPods Max until you see a white light flash on the case.
Rest of the process is the same, i.e. once the white light shows up, you will notice the AirPods to be listed in the ‘Available Devices’ and now you simply need to tap them to pair them with your Android.
AirPods Vs Other Wireless Earbuds
Whether AirPods are better or not than other wireless earbuds to be used with an android phone depends a lot on personal preferences.
AirPods certainly offer easier and quicker connectivity. Besides, the voice quality for some is superior than earbuds, although it is totally dependent on your taste.
Moreover, easy, automatic switching of devices is another good feature of AirPods.
However, on the other hand, earbuds provide you with a more affordable option when it comes to budget.
Moreover, while using AirPods with Android, some of the features available for Apple devices will not be available for Android phone.
This is not the case with earbuds as you can enjoy their full-fledged features with your Android phone.
Frequently Asked Questions
How To Put AirPods in Pairing Mode?
You simply need to press and hold the status button on the charging case of AirPods while the lid is open and the pairing device has its Bluetooth on. Wait until the white ; light flashes on the case, and the AirPods can now be paired.
How To Find AirPods on Android?
Turn your Bluetooth on by going to settings, then connections, and then tapping Bluetooth. Press and hold the status button (noise control button for AirPods Max) on the charging case with its lid open and once the white light flashes, you will find the AirPods in available devices.
How To Control AirPods on Android?
You can do so by pressing the force sensor on the AirPods. You can pause and play the music and switch between Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency Mode using this sensor.
How Do AirPods Sound on Android?
Luckily you can enjoy the same high quality sound on your Android phone with AirPods connected to them as you would do on an Apple device.
Why Are My AirPods Not Playing Sound on Android?
This can be because of the low battery. Or else, you may need to check if the AirPods are connected to your device. Try to reconnect for proper functioning. Moreover, besides resetting, clearing any accumulated debris from the speaker mesh may help restore the sound.
How Do I Check My AirPods Status on Android?
This can be done using the AirBattery App. open the app and your AirPods case. The battery status will appear automatically.
Final Thoughts
Some people find it hard to switch to other earbuds once they have experienced the quality of sound with the AirPods.
The good news is that you can use AirPods even with your Android device through its Bluetooth.
However, there will be a few restrictions on using a few features available with Apple devices only, but there is no difference in the sound quality.