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Learn the causes behind your AirPods beeping and how to resolve the issue
If your AirPods are constantly beeping or producing strange noises, it can be very frustrating. There are various reasons your AirPods or their charging case might beep. In this Mytour article, we’ll explain the causes and offer helpful solutions to stop the beeping.
How to Stop AirPods from Beeping
Ensure your AirPods and their case have sufficient battery. Try restarting your AirPods. You can disable case sounds in the Settings menu. Unpair and re-pair your AirPods. Complete the Find My setup process. If the issue persists, consider performing a factory reset on your AirPods.
Steps to Fix the Issue
Charge your AirPods.
Your AirPods may beep to signal a low battery. To recharge them, simply place your AirPods in their case, ensuring they are securely seated. If they’re not properly positioned, they might not charge correctly.
Charge the case.
The case might require charging. If it’s not charging your AirPods, the case itself could be low on power. To recharge the case, connect it to a USB charger or a USB port on your Mac or PC. The case can be charged with or without the AirPods inside.
Restart your AirPods.
There could be a small glitch in your AirPods. If your AirPods aren’t functioning properly, restarting them might resolve minor issues. To reset your AirPods, follow these steps:
- AirPods & AirPods Pro: Place your AirPods in the case and close it for at least 10 seconds.
- AirPods Max: Press and hold the Digital Crown and Noise Control buttons until the status light flashes amber. Release the buttons immediately.
Disable case sounds.
Your case emits beeping sounds by default. The AirPod case typically beeps when it’s plugged in or when the battery is low. If these sounds are bothersome, you can turn off the case’s beeping in the Settings on your Mac or iPhone/iPad. Follow these steps:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone/iPad or click the Apple icon followed by System Settings on your Mac.
- Select your AirPods.
- Toggle the switch to disable case sounds.
Re-pair your AirPods.
There may be Bluetooth connectivity issues. Ensure your AirPods are close to the device they’re connected to. If you’re facing Bluetooth issues, disconnect and re-pair your AirPods with your device by following these steps:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone/iPad or click the Apple icon followed by System Settings on your Mac.
- Select your AirPods.
- Tap Forget this device.
- Tap Bluetooth.
- Use one of these methods to pair your AirPods:
- AirPods 1, 2, 3, or Pro: Open the case with your AirPods inside, hold it near your device, and press and hold the Setup button on the case until the status light flashes white.
- AirPods 4: Open the case with your AirPods inside and double-tap the front of the case to make the status light flash white.
- AirPods Max: Press and hold the Noise Control button for 5 seconds.
Relocate to a different area.
There might be interference affecting your AirPods. If you are in an area with numerous electronic or Bluetooth devices, this could cause interference with your AirPods. Try moving to a different location with fewer devices around you.
Clean the microphone.
Your AirPods could be picking up background noise. A dirty microphone may disrupt the noise-cancelling function, causing your AirPods to pick up surrounding sounds. To fix this, you can clean your AirPods. Gently wipe them with a microfiber cloth, and use a cotton swab for hard-to-reach areas.
Enable Find My for your AirPods.
The Find My setup might not be finished. Your AirPods may be notifying you that the Find My setup has not been completed. To check if the setup is incomplete, open the Find My app on the device your AirPods are connected to. If the setup is incomplete, follow these steps to finish the process:
- Open the Settings app if you see an alert.
- Tap Bluetooth.
- Tap the More Info icon (the "I" in a circle).
- Select your AirPods.
- Scroll down to ensure the Find My network is enabled.
Remove your AirPods from any previous accounts.
They may still be linked to a previous Find My account. If you bought your AirPods second-hand, they could be connected to the former owner’s Find My account. To unlink them, you’ll need to contact the previous owner and ask them to remove the AirPods from their account. If you can’t reach the previous owner, you’ll need to reset your AirPods. You won’t be able to link them to your Find My account, but the previous owner won’t be able to track your location. To remove AirPods from a Find My account, follow these steps:
- Open the Find My app.
- Select Devices or Items.
- Swipe up on the handle in the middle of the screen.
- Tap Remove Item.
Update your AirPods firmware.
Your AirPods may require a firmware update. Firmware updates often fix bugs and sometimes add new features. Updates typically occur automatically while your AirPods are charging. To check if your firmware is up to date, visit this link. If you find your firmware is outdated, place your AirPods in the case, connect the case to a USB charger, and let it charge for a while to update them.
Perform a reset on your AirPods.
Your AirPods firmware may be experiencing a significant issue. If resetting your device hasn’t resolved the problem, a factory reset might be necessary. This will erase all settings and require you to re-pair your AirPods with your device. Follow the steps below to reset your AirPods:
- For AirPods 1, 2, 3, or AirPods Pro: Place the AirPods in the charging case and close it for 30 seconds. Afterward, open the case and press and hold the Setup button on the back until the status light alternates between amber and white.
- For AirPods 4: Place the AirPods in the case and close the lid for 30 seconds. Then, tap the front of the case three times, and the status light should blink amber and then white.
- For AirPods Max: Simultaneously press and hold the Digital Crown and the Noise Control button. Keep both buttons pressed until the status light stops flashing amber and begins to flash white.
Consider replacing your AirPods.
Your AirPods may have a hardware malfunction. If you’ve tried all troubleshooting steps and the beeping persists, your AirPods could be defective. In this case, you might need to replace them. If your purchase is recent, check if your AirPods are still covered under warranty.
