Is AirPods for iPhone only?

Though designed for the iPhone, Apple's AirPods are also compatible with Android smartphones and tablets, so you can take advantage of Apple's wire-free tech even if you're an Android user or have both Android and Apple devices.
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Can I use AirPods on Android?

Yes, you can use Apple AirPods with Android devices! Unlike what many people think, AirPods don't use specialized technology to power their wireless connectivity. Like most mobile devices, they use standard Bluetooth technology. This means you can connect your AirPods to any Bluetooth-enabled Android device.
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Can I use AirPods with Samsung?

Can AirPods Connect to Android? In short: yes, you can use AirPods on Android. Because they're just Bluetooth earbuds, AirPods work with Samsung and other Android devices. The buds are compatible with any device that supports Bluetooth, which includes most Windows laptops and some smart TVs.
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Are AirPods only for phones?

Apple's AirPods may offer special features when connected to the iPhone 7 and up, but they're not restricted to the iPhone. As you'll see, Apple's AirPods work with any device that supports Bluetooth headphones.
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Can Android use AirPods Pro?

AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max are not iOS-exclusive devices. If you've been eyeing those wireless earbuds, but don't want to give up your Android device, we've got good news. AirPods pair with basically any Bluetooth-enabled device.
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Can AirPods connect to PC?

But you're not limited to Apple-made gadgets; thanks to the power of Bluetooth, AirPods can connect to Android devices, as well as your PC.
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Do AirPods work with laptops?

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Apple's AirPods are perhaps best paired with iOS devices, or at least other Apple computers. However, because they use Bluetooth to connect wirelessly to tech gear, they work well with Windows PCs, Android phones, and other mobile devices, too.
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What can you use AirPods for?

You can listen to music, make phone calls, use Siri, and more with your AirPods.
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Pause, skip, and adjust volume with your AirPods and AirPods Pro
  • To play and pause audio, press the force sensor on the stem of an AirPod. ...
  • To skip forward, double-press the force sensor.
  • To skip back, triple-press the force sensor.
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What are best earbuds?

The best wireless earbuds in 2022
  1. Sony WF-1000XM4. Best overall wireless earbuds. ...
  2. Jabra Elite 3. Best earbuds under $100. ...
  3. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds. Best noise-canceling earbuds. ...
  4. Beats Fit Pro. ...
  5. Apple AirPods Pro. ...
  6. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2. ...
  7. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3. ...
  8. Apple AirPods (third generation)
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Can someone use stolen AirPods?

Well, if the thief has an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, they can easily reset the product and make it their own. Unfortunately, there's no way you can block your lost or stolen AirPods from getting used by another person. The AirPods do not connect to Wi-Fi, which means you cannot remotely control them or lock them.
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Which are best AirPods?

The best AirPods
  • Apple AirPods Pro. The best AirPods you can buy today. ...
  • Apple AirPods Max. The best AirPods for sound quality. ...
  • Apple AirPods (3rd generation) A huge improvement on the AirPods 2. ...
  • Apple AirPods (2019) ...
  • Beats Solo Pro. ...
  • Beats Studio Buds. ...
  • Beats PowerBeats Pro. ...
  • Beats Studio 3 Wireless headphones.
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Does AirPods have a mic?

There's a microphone in each AirPod, so you can make phone calls and use Siri. By default, Microphone is set to Automatic, so that either of your AirPods can act as the microphone. If you're using only one AirPod, that AirPod will be the microphone. You can also set Microphone to Always Left or Always Right.
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Are AirPods waterproof?

Are AirPods actually waterproof? In a word, no. No version of AirPods — standard AirPods, AirPods Pro, AirPods Max — are waterproof. Charging cases and Smart Cases are not waterproof, either.
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Are AirPods good?

If you're looking to just listen to music or a few podcasts, the AirPods (2nd generation) is a decent choice for iPhone owners, since the connection never drops and total battery life is pretty good. You won't get great sound out of these earphones, but that's not the point.
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Are earbuds worth it?

Earbuds are things we tend to use every day on the way to work or when exercising, so it's worth getting a really good pair if you enjoy listening to music or audiobooks. There are some cheap wireless earbuds on the market but, almost without exception, I'd advise you to avoid them.
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Is AirPods Pro worth?

The bottom line is, if you're an Apple user and you want the best true wireless earbuds made by Apple to connect to the newest iPhone, there's simply no better choice than the Airpods Pro. They're the only Airpods worth having.
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Can people hear my AirPods?

Can someone else hear my AirPods? In most cases, no one else can hear your Airpods except you. However, if your Airpods don't fit snugly in your ear or if your Airpods volume is too high, there is a chance that others may be able to hear from your Airpods.
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Do AirPods work on iPad?

After you pair AirPods with iPad, you can use AirPods to listen to audio playing on iPad, make and answer FaceTime calls, listen and respond to messages, hear reminders when you need them, listen to conversations more easily in noisy environments, and more.
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How do I answer a call on AirPods?

Answer or end a call: Double-tap either of your AirPods. Note: If you set Up Siri, you can also answer or decline a call using your voice. Answer a second phone call: (iPhone) To put the first call on hold and answer the new one, double-tap either of your AirPods.
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Do AirPods easily fall out?

Like the regular EarPods, the AirPods will feel loose but never fell out of an ear. They didn't feel so loose that Aaron was compelled to keep the devices back into his ears. For running, the AirPods might fare a bit better as you don't have the weight of the cord pulling on the earbuds.
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Do AirPods work for PC gaming?

Apple AirPods work well for light or moderate gaming. The AirPods Max or AirPods Pro are best for gaming because of the sound quality, audio range, directional sound, noise cancellation, and microphone. However, they aren't designed for pro gaming and don't integrate easily with non-Apple products.
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Can I connect my AirPods to my TV?

Get your AirPods/AirPods Pro into pairing mode by Pressing & Holding the round button on the back of the charging case until the LED indicator starts flashing WHITE. 2. Go into your TV's Bluetooth menu, search & select AirPods/AirPods Pro to connect.
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Can you overcharge AirPods?

Your AirPod case will simply stop the charging process once the battery is fully charged. This makes it safe to leave the case plugged into the lightning cable or on the Qi mat overnight. There will not be any consequences or overcharging. It is also safe to charge your AirPods with someone else's case.
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Do AirPods work with a Macbook?

Use AirPods with your Mac

AirPods Pro require macOS Catalina 10.15. 1 or later. AirPods (3rd generation) require macOS Monterey or later. If you set up your AirPods with your iPhone and your Mac is signed in to iCloud with the same Apple ID, your AirPods might be ready to use with your Mac.
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