How to Connect AirPods to Windows 11
The controls app is used to pair new Bluetooth devices.
Here’s how it works:
Right click theWindowsicon on the taskbar.
Select theBluetooth toggleif it isnt already on.
Place the AirPods in their case, and kick off the case.
Press and hold the button on the AirPods case.
When the light on the case flashes white, release the button.
On your gear, selectBluetoothfrom the list of options.
Wait for your PC to search for devices, then select yourAirPodswhen they appear in the list.
Wait for the connection to be established, then selectDone.
Your AirPods are now connected and ready to use.
Your earbuds will remember the PC from now on, allowing you to reconnect whenever you want.
Select theSpeaker icon on the taskbar.
choose the>icon to the right of the volume control.
If the Bluetooth button is grayed out, it means it’s been turned off.
Youll need to select theBluetoothbutton first, before you press>.
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SelectHeadphones (AirPods)in the list of devices.
Do Apple AirPods Work With Windows 11 PCs?
FAQ
Select theSpeakericon in the taskbar and choose the default speakers to kill the headphones.
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Your AirPods might be going into power save mode when you pause audio playback.
Open theWindows gear Manager, go to your AirPod’s Properties, and turn off the power management feature.
If all else fails,reset your AirPods.
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you’re able to’tturn off AirPods.
They go into power save mode when not in use.
To conserve battery life, keep your headphones in the case when you’re done using them.
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