Can Two Different AirPods Work Together?

Unlike wired earbuds, AirPods don’t connect in any physical way.

If you lose an AirPod, you could buy a replacement from Apple.

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However, it wont work with your old AirPod right out of the box.

You cant use anAirPod 1 and AirPod 2, or one AirPod 2 and one AirPod Pro.

They must be the same pop in and generation, or they wont connect and work together.

Final steps connecting a replacement AirPod to an iPhone with Skip, Not Now, and Done highlighted

initiate the lid, and check to confirm the indicator light flashes amber.

Press and hold thesetup buttonon the back of the case until the indicator light flashes white.

Go to the home screen on your iPhone.

Open your AirPods case and place it close to your iPhone.

The AirPods need to remain fully seated in the case.

Wait for the setup animation to occur.

Why Wont the Replacement AirPod Connect?

While Apple will sell you an AirPod replacement, it wont automatically connect to the AirPod you already have.

Put your AirPods in the case and leave it closed for at least 30 seconds.

bring up the charging case.

Press and hold the setup button until the indicator light flashes amber.

Reconnect your AirPods to your mobile machine.

If your replacement AirPod still doesnt connect, contact Apple for assistance.

The replacement may have newer firmware preventing the connection.