One of the most frustrating situations is when you lose one of your AirPods. You can try and use the Find My app to see if you left it somewhere, but sometimes, you just have to push yourself and get a replacement.
Unlike other sets of headphones, you don’t actually need replace the entire set if you end up needing to replace just one AirPod. Once you receive your new AirPod, you’ll need to connect a replacement AirPod to your iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
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How to connect a spare AirPods
With your replacement AirPods in hand, you’ll need to review and make sure your “old” AirPod still isn’t is connected. This ensures that your Apple device won’t try to connect to an AirPod you no longer have. Here’s how you can connect a replacement AirPod:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
- Tap Bluetooth.
- Locate your AirPods in the device list s connected.
- Tap the i icon.
- Tap Forget This Device.
- From the pop-up menu, tap Forget Device.
- Tap the message again to confirm.
- Place both AirPods in the charging case.
- Open the lid and make sure the status light blinks amber.
- Hold down the setup button on the back of the case until the light starts blinking white.
- Unlock your iPhone or iPad and make sure you’re on the home screen.
- Make sure both AirPods are still in the case, and open the case lid.
- Tap Connect when prompted.
- Tap Done.
And that’s it! The setup process is no different than when you first paired your AirPods. As long as everything is working properly, you’ll be back to a full set of AirPods and can start enjoying your favorite music and movies.
Replacement AirPods won’t connect?
It’s great that you can get a replacement AirPod, but what are you supposed to do if that one AirPod won’t connect? The first option we can offer is to place both AirPods in the charging case and connect the case to a Lightning cable.
Let the AirPods charge for at least an hour, then try the steps above again. This ensures that both the AirPods and the charging case have enough power before attempting to pair the replacement AirPod.
Pairing One AirPod at a Time
Some users have managed to pair their AirPods one at once. This technique is a bit fiddly and you may need to repeat it a couple of times to get it to work, but it’s worth a try anyway.
- Put one AirPod in your ear and put the other back in your ear. the case.
- With the lid open, press and hold the Set Up button until the status light flashes white.
- Now switch AirPods and try pairing the other.
- After pairing each AirPod individually, put them back in the case and try one last pairing by holding the Set Up button again.
- If this doesn’t work, go into the Bluetooth settings on your iPhone to forget about both AirPods, then try pairing them again.
In case these steps don’t work, you’ll want to contact Apple Support. If you live near an Apple Store, it might be easier to schedule a Genius appointment to get your AirPods working again.
How to get a replacement AirPod?
Obviously, The first question you might have, in case you’ve really lost an AirPod, is how can you get a replacement? Well, you’ll need to buy a replacement AirPod, but the only retailer that offers this is Apple direct. This means you won’t be able to go to your local big box store (or Amazon) and buy a single replacement AirPod.
Here are the replacement prices for different AirPods and cases:
- AirPods Pro: $89 each
- AirPods Pro Wireless Charging Case: $99
- MagSafe AirPods Pro Charging Case: $99
- AirPods (1st, 2nd or 3rd generation): $69 each
- AirPods Wireless Charging Case: $79
- MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods: $79
- AirPods Charging Case: $59
Visit Apple’s Get Support website to request a replacement. If your AirPods are insured, talk to your insurance company first in case they have a different process you need to follow.
If you still can’t pair your AirPod, AirPod Pro, or charging case, you may need to talk to Apple again to get a replacement for your replacement.
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