Airpod case blinking red while charging my iphone?
The Issue. If your AirPods case is flashing a red or amber color at you, this usually means there has been some sort of error. It is nothing to stress about as it typically means there has been a pairing error and you simply need to reset your AirPods.
Blinking orange or amber
The status light flashes amber on your AirPods, indicating that the AirPods are experiencing a pairing error. This could be caused by several issues, like an incorrect pairing between your AirPods and the Device you're attempting to use them with, outdated firmware, or low battery levels.
When you connect your case to a charger, or place your MagSafe Charging Case or Wireless Charging Case on a Qi-certified charging mat, the status light will stay on for 8 seconds. If the light flashes white, your AirPods are ready to set up with one of your devices.
If your AirPods are in your case and the lid is open, then the light shows the charge status of your AirPods. When your AirPods aren't in your case, the light shows the status of your case. Green means fully charged, and amber means less than one full charge remains.
You might need to reset your AirPods if they won't charge, or to fix a different issue. Put your AirPods in their charging case, and close the lid. Wait 30 seconds. Open the lid of your charging case, and put your AirPods in your ears.
If your AirPods case is flashing a red or amber color at you, this usually means there has been some sort of error. It is nothing to stress about as it typically means there has been a pairing error and you simply need to reset your AirPods.
The AirPods case status light shows the charging or connection status. An amber or orange light indicates that it's charging. When the light turns green, the AirPods are fully charged.
Static amber or orange light
The amber light on AirPods indicates that either your AirPods or the case is charging. If the earbuds are inside, it means the case is charging the earbuds. If your AirPods are outside the case, it means the case's battery is not full and you should connect it to a power source soon.
Amber light (with AirPods inside): Indicates AirPods and case are both charging. Green light: Indicates the AirPods are completely charged. The same will apply to the AirPods case if you remove the AirPods and the light remains green.
Check the charge status
If you have AirPods Max, open the Smart Case and hold your case close to your iOS device. You should see a charging icon next to the battery icon under your AirPods. If you still can't charge your AirPods, contact Apple Support.
How many years do AirPods last?
AirPods typically last about 2-3 years before most users feel the need to replace them. This short lifespan is because of their lithium-ion batteries. AirPods have proven tough in several durability tests and have shown that they can withstand pressure.
If you find that the case isn't charging, the first thing you should check is the cable you use to charge it. Inspect it for damage, and try using a different cable if that's an option. Also attempt to use a different power brick if you can, as this will help you eliminate the possibility that the cable is the culprit.
- If your AirPod case is not charging, try swapping out the charging cables, charging pads, and power source.
- Check the charging status light when you plug the case into a power source.
- You might need to clean the case's Lightning port or get it serviced by Apple.
Put your AirPods in their charging case, and keep the lid open. Press and hold the setup button on the back of the case for about 15 seconds until the status light on the front of the case flashes amber, then white.
Keep in mind that the status light will not stay illuminated while charging—about 8 seconds after you connect the AirPods Pro case to a charger, the status light will turn off, which could make it look like your AirPods are not charging.
If the light on your AirPods case is orange, you'll need to charge it. You can easily top off your case's battery by using a cable or charging pad. It should take about an hour to fully charge a case using a cable, while wireless charging can take about an hour and a half.
| AirPods | AirPods Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging time in case for a full charge | 20 to 25 minutes | 50 to 60 minutes |
| Full charge battery life | Up to 5 hours of listening time | Up to 6 hours of listening time |
No Light. No LED color on your AirPods indicates that they are dead (not charged) and need to be restored. To do so, simply charge your AirPods.
They're ready to use. Different headset brands have different status lights. But in general, if your headphones are flashing red and blue, it means they are unpaired from your device. Unpaired headphones means they are not connected with any other device.
If you can't connect to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
Put both AirPods in the charging case and make sure that both AirPods are charging. To make sure that Bluetooth is on, go to Settings > Bluetooth. If your AirPods are connected, make sure that they're selected as your audio device.
How can I tell if my AirPods are charging on my iPhone?
On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
Open your case lid with your AirPods inside and hold your case close to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. Wait a few seconds to see the charge status of your AirPods. You can also check the charge status of your AirPods with the Batteries widget on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
It is best to keep the AirPods in the case when you are not using them. They also do not overcharge.
Your product is eligible for a battery replacement at no additional cost if you have AppleCare+ for Headphones and your product's battery holds less than 80% of its original capacity. AppleCare+ covers both the AirPods and the Charging Case.
Flashing amber/orange light: Your AirPods are experiencing a pairing error. No light: Either they are not in use or have run out of battery. Connect with your device to verify the status.
Firmware updates are delivered automatically while your AirPods are charging and in Bluetooth range of your iPhone, iPad, or Mac that's connected to Wi-Fi. You can also use your iPhone, iPad, or Mac to check that your AirPods have the latest version.
- Recharge Your AirPods. ...
- Clean Your AirPods and Their Case. ...
- Disable/Enable the Bluetooth. ...
- Disconnect and Forget Your AirPods. ...
- Connect AirPods Separately. ...
- Restart Your Device. ...
- Update Your AirPods.
- If your AirPods are not charging, make sure your case has its own charge and the charging light is on.
- Your AirPods should charge whenever they're in the charging case, but sometimes they don't work as expected.
- If all else fails, you might need to factory reset your AirPods or get them serviced by Apple.
- Make sure that both AirPods are in the charging case and open the cover.
- Press and hold the configuration button at the back of the case for at least 15 seconds.
- Wait until the light in the case blinks orange a couple of times. Your AirPods are now reset.
It has a single alert light under the lid, which is used for both pair status and charge status: If you see no light: Your AirPods and their case are dead and need to be charged.
| AirPods | AirPods Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging time in case for a full charge | 20 to 25 minutes | 2 hours |
| Full charge battery life | Up to 5 hours of listening time | Up to 20 hours of listening time |
How do you charge earbuds without a case?
Using a Micro USB Cable: If your wireless earbuds have a micro USB port, you can charge them using a micro USB cable. Just connect the cable to the port and then to a power source. Using a Qi Wireless Charger: If your wireless earbuds support Qi wireless charging, you can use a Qi wireless charger to charge them.
