Can they track AirPods without case?

The Find My app to locate your AirPods only works with the AirPods themselves, not the charging case. Unfortunately, only your AirPods make this locating sound, your AirPods' case doesn't have speakers and consequently cannot create any sound to help you locate it should it go missing.
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Are AirPods trackable without case?

Your AirPods will not play a sound while they're in the case, so if you lose the AirPods and the AirPods Case somewhere in the house, you're out of luck. There's also no way to track the AirPods case because a Bluetooth connection is needed for Find My AirPods, so there is no option for locating a lost case.
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Are AirPods tracked by the case or the pods?

Unfortunately, the Find My app only tracks the location of your AirPod earbuds, and not the case itself. As a result, the case itself will also not be able to emit a sound for location tracking, as that feature is tied to the earbuds and the case itself lacks speakers.
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Can you track AirPods case if stolen?

You can track stolen AirPods by going to the “Find My” page when you sign in to iCloud, or by using the “Find My” app on your iPhone. In the case that they are still connected to your device, you should be able to see them where your other connected devices are displayed.
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Do AirPods cases GPS?

When people think of tracking, a lot of time they relate that to GPS – the feature in your phone that shows you your exact location on the map. GPS is an incredibly useful tool, but it is limited to your iPhone. The AirPods and the AirPods case does not have built-in GPS.
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Can AirPods be tracked after reset?

Once AirPods have been reset it's impossible to track them. Despite Apple introducing their 'Find My AirPods' feature, if someone steals your AirPods, or finds them after they've been lost, you can only track them if they have not been reset.
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How do you know if AirPods were stolen?

The Find My app can locate your missing Apple devices, AirTags, and some third-party accessories using the Find My network. Every iPhone, Mac, and iPad that isn't opted out of the network acts as a beacon for missing devices. If you've lost your AirPods or suspect they are stolen: Open the Find My app.
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How far can AirPods track?

"Track" the AirPods? If they're lost, then the distance from you doesn't matter. If you mean how far they can be from the device used to supply their signal, then that is the standard Bluetooth distance which is about 40 feet (10 meters).
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Can I keep AirPods I found?

A single AirPod is certainly less useful to a thief than a pair. But if that thief steals another AirPod from someone else, they can still link the AirPods together to make a complete set using a charging case. At least you can still listen to music in one ear with the remaining AirPod.
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How do I reset my stolen AirPods?

How to reset your AirPods and AirPods Pro
  1. Put your AirPods in their charging case, and close the lid.
  2. Wait 30 seconds.
  3. Open the lid of your charging case.
  4. On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, go to Settings > Bluetooth and tap the More Info button next to your AirPods. ...
  5. Tap Forget This Device, and tap again to confirm.
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Can you track AirPods with serial number?

You can't.
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How do I find out who owns an AirPod?

Answer: A: No, there is no way for you to track that down. And that if they know the name and or Serial number of the air pods you can give it back.
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Can you report stolen AirPods to Apple?

Unfortunately, you cannot block your stolen AirPods from being used, even though they're costly and Apple usually offers excellent device protection features. You can only track and locate them, assuming that the person has not used them yet and they still link to your device.
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How do I remove AirPods from all devices?

On your iOS device, under Settings, select Bluetooth. Tap on the “i” icon next to your AirPods. Select Forget This Device and once more to confirm. This disconnects and removes the AirPods from all devices where you've signed in with the same Apple ID.
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How do I Find My AirPods no location?

If the lost AirPods can't be found, you'll see No Location Found (more on this below). If your AirPods aren't in the same place, the map will only show one of them at a time. Find the AirPod shown on the map and put back in the case. Then, refresh the map, and the map will show the other AirPod to help you find it.
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What happens when you activate lost AirPods?

When Lost Mode is enabled, the Find My network will begin searching for your AirPods. Once they're found, you'll receive an alert on your iPhone with their current location. Trigger your AirPods Pro or AirPods Max to play sounds, making it easier to find them.
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How do I remove AirPods from someone else's iCloud?

Select the Devices tab. Select the device that you want to remove. On the map, click the More Info button . Click Remove This Device.
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Why are my AirPods being tracked?

This could be an AirTag, AirPods, AirPods Pro, AirPods Max, or a Find My network accessory from manufacturers other than Apple. It's possible that the AirTag or Find My network accessory might be attached to an item you're borrowing, or you might get this alert if you're borrowing someone else's AirPods.
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Why does it say AirPods detected near me?

If you get this notification and you know you haven't borrowed anything that could have an AirTag in it, there are two possibilities. You may well have just found a lost AirTag. Or it could be that the AirTag has been planted on you for tracking. To find out if it's lost, hold your iPhone over the AirTag.
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What do I do if I found someone's AirPods?

Contact Apple. They should be able to help. I know you can use the "find my" services with Air Pods so they might be able to locate the owner based on serial number or other infromation on the earphones.
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Can I use someone else's AirPods in my case?

If the case is the same model as your AirPods then there shouldn't be a problem. This means that if you have an AirPod Pro you can use someone else's AirPod Pro case. But, you can't use AirPods in an AirPods Pro case.
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How do I Find My AirPods serial number without a case?

Go to Settings > Bluetooth. Find your AirPods in the list (for example, "John's AirPods"). Tap the More Info button next to your AirPods to see the serial number.
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How do you know if AirPods are yours?

How to Identify Your AirPods without Using Your iPhone or iPad
  1. Look at your AirPods.
  2. If you have AirPods that are earbuds, look near the base of the stem of the earpiece. If you have over-ear headphones, look on the upper inside of the headphone, near where the over-ear piece connects to the headband.
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How do I return a found AirPods?

Turn them into your local law agency. Chances are they will have "more important" things to deal with and the chance that they will be able to return them to the original owner will be remote. Place an ad in a local publication, or post a note near where you found them.
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