Connect your Apple AirPods

Read how to connect your Apple AirPods to your iPhone in 4 steps.

Step 1: Connect the AirPods manually

Step 2: Restore the Bluetooth settings

Step 3: Update the firmware

To pair Apple AirPods with an Apple iPhone, I need an iPhone with iOS 10 or higher.

1. I make sure the Apple iPhone screen is on and go to the home screen.
2. I open the case and keep it close to my iPhone. I also ensure that Apple AirPods are in the case. Now, a configuration pop-up appears on the screen.
3. I choose 'Connect' on my iPhone and then tap 'Done'.

To restore the Bluetooth connection, I follow the steps below on my iPhone.

1. I open the case, take out the AirPods and put them in my ears.
2. On the back of the case, I press the button to activate the signal.
3. I navigate to the settings on my iPhone and tap 'Bluetooth'. Here, I select my Apple AirPods and choose 'Connect'.

If my AirPods won't connect to my phone, it may be due to the Bluetooth settings of my Apple iPhone.

1. I go to the settings of my iPhone and tap 'Bluetooth'.
2. Then, I choose the 'i' icon next to the Apple AirPods and tap 'Forget this device'.
3. Switch off Bluetooth via settings or the control panel.
4. I reboot my iPhone.
5. Switch on Bluetooth again and reconnect the Apple AirPods.

If the latest firmware version for Apple AirPods isn't installed automatically, I can also do this manually.

1. I put the AirPods in the charging case and leave the case open.
2. Via the Bluetooth settings on my iPhone, I connect to the Apple AirPods. 3. Then, I go to the settings and choose 'Info'. I then tap 'AirPods'.
3. If the latest firmware version isn't shown here, I close the case and open it again to force the update process.