Is the bottom a an AirPod the mic?

The second microphone on AirPods is located right at the top of the stem and is clearly visible as a tiny black hole. Yes, that's also a microphone. While the microphone that is located at the bottom is the primary microphone, which listens to your voice.
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What part of the AirPod is the 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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What is the bottom of the AirPod for?

The metal cap at the bottom of each AirPod serves as a charging contact and also houses each pod's microphone. The pods' batteries are each housed in the white stem area, and both pods contain their own tiny 93 milliwatt hour batteries.
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What is the bottom on the back of AirPods case?

There's a Lightning port at the bottom the case for charging. The case also has its own battery that's separate from the batteries inside the AirPods. That means if the case is charged, you can top up the battery in the AirPods while you're out and about.
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Why is there a speaker on the outside of AirPods?

This hole lets the air flow into the pod, and it's also one of the two places where the microphone absorbs the sound. The second hole at the side of the Airpod is there to improve the vibration of the speaker. The third hole is at the back of the speaker, and it's where the other microphone is placed.
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Where is the mic in Apple earphones?

The mic in the apple earphones is located in the earbuds itself - it listens to the vibrations from your head.
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Why is AirPod mic muffled?

If anything is blocking your microphone, your voice will sound muffled or distorted on the phone and in recordings. Using a completely dry cotton swab, gently brush away debris from all recessed areas, taking care not to press too hard into the speaker mesh.
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How do I test my AirPods mic?

iPhone
  1. From a Home screen, navigate: Utilities. Voice Memos. .
  2. Tap. record. .
  3. Speak into the microphone.
  4. Tap. play. to listen to the recording. You can also attempt a Facetime call or use Siri to test the audio.
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Do Apple EarPods have a mic?

You can use EarPods (sold separately) to listen to music and videos and to make calls on iPhone. EarPods feature a microphone, volume buttons, and the center button. Use the center button to answer and end calls, control audio and video playback, and use Siri, even when iPhone is locked.
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Is the mic on AirPods good?

The AirPods (2nd generation) has a decent microphone unit that outperforms most of its competitors, thanks to the sensors and accelerometers packed into the housings in ideal settings. In windy or noisy conditions it tends to struggle.
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Where is the speaker on AirPods?

That is definitely a speaker I just listened to it on both AirPods (just now and in the past)I assuming you have AirPods and you can see where the speaker is located on the outer side of the AirPod. There is not debris in the internal speakers I've already been there and done that.
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How do I use my Apple headphones as a mic?

Apple's proprietary earphones can be used as a mic and headphones on PC and other non-Apple products/applications.
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Configuring the Audio Settings
  1. Launch the Control Panel. ...
  2. Locate the “Sound” or “Hardware and Sound. ...
  3. Select “Recording” and Find “External Mic” ...
  4. Enable Your Apple EarBuds as a Mic.
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Where is the mic on AirPod 3?

Look for the microphone ports — on the AirPods or AirPods Pro, you'll find them at the end of the stem, close to your mouth.
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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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Why can no one hear me on my AirPods?

If callers can't hear you on your AirPods, there's a good chance that your AirPods' microphones are dirty and need to be cleaned. You can spray a q-tip with 70% isopropyl alcohol and gently clean the microphone grills at the bottom of each AirPod and see if it fixes the problem.
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How do you clean AirPod ear wax?

Clean the ear tips of your AirPods Pro

Pull off the ear tips from each AirPod and rinse the ear tips with water. Don't use soap or other household cleaners. Wipe the ear tips with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. Make sure that the ear tips are completely dry before reattaching to each AirPod.
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What are the parts of an AirPod?

Components such as a sleeve-like case structure and a motherboard are attached to the inner wall of the plastic cylinder. The inner cylinder is glued to the outer case. The Airpods' holder, battery and motherboard each took nearly ⅓ of the space in the charging case.
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Does AirPods leak sound?

The most common reason why your AirPods could be leaking sound is that the AirPods don't fit snugly in your ear due to a size issue. The best way to solve this issue is to buy silicon ear hooks or earbuds for AirPods that are available cheaply.
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Why do AirPods have vents?

Some people dislike in-ears because they feel pressure when wearing them. This can happen if the silicone seal is too tight. To overcome this, Apple designed a vent system into the new AirPods that equalizes pressure on both sides of each earbud so you never have that buildup of air.
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How do I know if I have AirPods 1 or 2?

Checking the model number is the simplest way to determine if you have generation 1 or 2 AirPods. You can find the model number in your phone's settings, on the charging case, or on the AirPods. A1722 and A1523 indicate first-generation AirPods, whereas A2031 and A2032 indicate second-generation AirPods.
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