How to reset AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max

Apple AirPods: Reset Guide and Bluetooth Device Management

Apple AirPods are popular all over the world, with annual sales of more than 100 million units. They can be seen everywhere, from the street to the office, and even in video interviews.

Although AirPods are convenient and reliable, there are occasional failures that require reset. The reset method of AirPods (regular, Pro and Max versions) varies. This article will introduce the method of factory resetting three models of AirPods.

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When do I need to reset AirPods?

Like other Bluetooth devices, AirPods can occasionally fail, such as charging abnormalities, short battery life, interrupted connection, wrong connection, unstable music playback, etc. Someone on the internet even asked “How to reset stolen AirPods?”

Resetting AirPods can solve various failures and connection issues. Once you master the reset method of AirPods, you can quickly solve common problems at any time.

How to reset AirPods and AirPods Pro

All versions of AirPods and AirPods Pro can be reset via iPhone "forget" and reconnected.

Here is how to reset AirPods via iPhone:

1. Put the AirPods back into the charging case and wait for about 30 seconds.
2. Put AirPods back into your ears.
3. On your iPhone, go to Settings → Bluetooth.
4. Click the info icon next to AirPods.
5. Click "Forgot this device".
6. Confirm "Forgot device".

How to pair AirPods with iPhone after reset

After resetting the AirPods with your iPhone "Forgot" device, you need to reconnect it to continue using it.

It only takes a few seconds to pair AirPods with iPhone:

1. On your iPhone, go to Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Place the AirPods in the charging case and open the lid.
3. When the AirPods animation starts, click "Connect".
4. Press and hold the button on the back of the charging case.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.

How to restore AirPods or AirPods Pro factory settings without iPhone

If you don't have an iPhone, you can't reset your AirPods by "Forgot Device". However, you can factory reset the AirPods directly.

Here is how to reset AirPods without iPhone:

1. Place the AirPods in the charging case and open the lid.
2. Press and hold the button on the back of the charging case until the flashing amber light turns white (about 15 to 30 seconds).
3. Close the lid.

How to pair AirPods with Mac after factory reset

If you choose to reset the AirPods directly instead of using your iPhone, you may want to pair it with your Mac.

Pairing AirPods with Mac is very simple:

1. On your Mac, go to System Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Open the AirPods lid and briefly press the button on the back of the charging case.
3. Check out the AirPods that appear in the Nearby Devices section.
4. Connect and select whether to enable Siri.

How to reset Apple AirPods Max

While AirPods and AirPods Pro are similar in design and factory reset methods, AirPods Max is different.

Here is how to reset AirPods Max:

1. On your Mac, go to System Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Click the info icon next to AirPods Max.
3. Click "Forgot this device" and confirm.
4. Press and hold the Noise Cancellation Control button and the Digital Knob button on the headset for about 15 to 30 seconds until the amber light turns white.

How to Remove Apple ID from Apple AirPods

All models of Apple AirPods can only be associated with one Apple ID at a time. If you are selling AirPods or buying used AirPods, be sure to remove them from your original Apple ID.

You or the former owner of AirPods will need to remove the Find lock, which can be done with your iPhone, iPad, or Mac:

1. Open the Find app and click Devices.
2. Click AirPods and swipe the menu up.
3. Click "Remove this device".

Now your AirPods are ready to connect to another Apple ID.

As you can see, resetting AirPods is very simple, just do some specific actions based on the device around you, such as an iPhone or Mac. On your Mac, using menu bar apps like ToothFairy and AirBuddy can help you manage AirPods and all other Bluetooth devices.

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FAQ:

How to reset the AirPods of the former owner?

If the AirPods you purchased are currently using someone else's Apple ID, you cannot reset them yourself. Apple can't do this either. Please try to contact the seller and ask them to follow the steps above to remove it from their Apple ID.

How to reset AirPods to prevent them from being tracked?

When AirPods are connected to your Apple ID, they are automatically tracked in the Find app. To disconnect AirPods from Apple ID, follow the steps above.

How to remove AirPods from someone else's iCloud?

If the AirPods have been assigned to someone else's iCloud (i.e. Apple ID), you can remove it. Please let the other party remove it from its iCloud as described above.

How to reset AirPods without Apple ID?

You can reset your AirPods by pressing and holding the button on the back of the charging case for about 15 seconds until the indicator light changes from amber to white without logging into your Apple ID.

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