Have you ever experienced a battery-dead AirPod case? Or are you worried about what to do if it ever happens?
We have your back. This article will discuss how to deal with dead AirPod cases the right way.
Why Is A Case For Airpods Necessary?
First of all, a case for AirPods is important as, without it, you cannot charge their AirPods.
Secondly, the cases protect the AirPods from being misplaced or damaged.
Can You Use Airpods When The Case Is Dead?
Yes, you can use AirPods even if the case has no battery. However, be mindful that the AirPods will eventually run out of battery and need to be put in the case for recharging.
How Can Airpods Be Connected When The Case Is Dead?
Luckily AirPods can be connected to your device even when the case has no battery. When the AirPods have already been linked or charged to the device before, it will not be an issue if you link your AirPods when your case has no battery.
To connect AirPods even when the case has a depleted battery:
- Go to the ‘settings’ on your home screen.
- Keep the AirPod case open and near your device.
- Press the ‘connect’ button.
- A ‘how to set-up’? The guide will appear. (In case of an AirPod pro, first set up Siri)
- A “Done” message will appear, indicating that the pairing is complete.
Connecting To An Alternate Case When The Case Is Dead
On changing your AirPod case, you will need to connect it to the other case. Follow the steps mentioned below:
- First, check the AirPod light. If the light is ‘green,’ it indicates your AirPods have sufficient charging.
- Place the AirPods in the case properly to ensure they charge correctly.
- Connect the case and the AirPods by pressing the set-up button for a couple of seconds.
- There is a Led status light at the center of the case; it will turn Amber/Red. Once it flashes, keep the open case near your phone.
- On your phone, ‘pop up’ instructions will appear. Do as instructed, and the AirPods will eventually be connected to the alternate case.
Connecting Airpods After Forgetting Device
To reconnect AirPods after accidentally selecting ‘forget this device,’ follow the steps mentioned below:
- Place AirPods in the case.
- After closing the lid, wait for 30 seconds.
- Open the lid and go to Bluetooth on your Apple device.
- Click on the ‘more info’ option adjacent to AirPods.
- First click ‘forget this device.
- Click again to confirm
Can Airpods Be Connected With A Charging Case?
Yes, you can connect AirPods to a charging case.
To connect:
- First, go to ‘settings.’
- Then go to ‘Bluetooth.’
- Select the ‘information’ option next to AirPods.
- Select ‘forget device.’
After this, AirPods can be connected to a charging case.
What To Do If You Lost An Airpod Case?
To find the lost AirPod case:
- Go to the ‘Find my’ App.
- Select the items or devices tab.
- Select the AirPod case to view its location.
- Select ‘Directions’ to view the map location.
If ‘Find my Network’ is on, you can view the location of items or devices without a Wi-Fi connection and cellular network.
Tips To Keep In Mind If The Airpod Case Is Not Connecting
Here are some tips to keep in mind if the AirPod case is not connecting.
- Check if the AirPod has updated software.
- Ensure your Bluetooth settings are on and AirPods are connected with it.
- Reset the case by ‘pressing’ the set-up button for 10 seconds. When white light flashes, that means the AirPods can be connected.
- Keep the AirPod case clean. The AirPods need to connect with the charging material at the bottom to charge.
- Check your case’s battery status. If it is running low, it might need a recharge before connecting to AirPods.
FAQs
Can Airpods Be Charged Without The Case?
No, you cannot charge AirPods without the case. If the case is lost, damaged, or unavailable, you need to buy a new AirPod case.
However, you can charge the case without the AirPods being present inside. It is convenient, as you can recharge the case back to its full battery while using your charged AirPods.
How Long Can Airpods Last Without Recharging?
With only up to 15 minutes of charge, AirPods can last up to 2 hours of talk time and 3 hours of listening time. If an AirPod is fully charged without the case, it will last for about 3 hours of talk time and 5 hours of listening time. With a fully charged case, you can charge your AirPods multiple times. With these multiple charges, they can last up to 18 hours of talk time and 24 hours of listening time.
How Long Do Airpods Take To Recharge?
The AirPods take around 30 minutes to recharge completely.
Is It Necessary To Put My Airpods In The Case When Not In Use?
Yes, it is recommended to place AirPods back in the case when not in use as the Pods can charge during that time.
Can Airpods Be Overcharged?
No, AirPods do not get overcharged. Once the battery reaches 100%, they stop charging.
Do Airpods Drain Phone Battery?
Yes, connected AirPods drain the phone battery. As AirPods are connected to Bluetooth, phone batteries are more utilized.
Why Does My Airpod Case Need Frequent Recharging?
If your case is starting to lose battery quickly and needs frequent recharging, the Lithium-Ion batteries in the case may have deteriorated. It means the case can no longer efficiently charge or be charged.
Conclusion
AirPods can function without their cases if they are already paired with the device and have sufficient charging. Also, AirPods can be connected to different cases if one is dead. In instances where the original case has no charge or is unavailable, simply connect AirPods to any available case.
Just tried this with AirPods Pro 2 where case was dead but pods have power. Did not work. Connect button would not function because… case was dead