How to pair Apple AirPods with a Windows PC
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Apple’s AirPods are designed for use with other Apple products, but that doesn’t mean you can’t use them with your Windows PC. Pairing AirPods with a PC initially isn’t exactly intuitive at first because you have to use the charging case along with the AirPods, but it’s easy once you know the process.
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How to pair AirPods with a Windows device
To pair and connect a new pair of Apple AirPods with your PC, just follow these simple steps:
Connecting AirPods to a PC is just as easy as connecting any other Bluetooth device. When you’re ready to disconnect them, just put your AirPods back in their charging case and close the lid.
How to reconnect paired AirPods and a Windows PC
Your AirPods should automatically connect to your PC after a few seconds every time you remove them from the charging case. If for some reason they don’t, you can easily reconnect them by following these easy steps:
If for some reason your AirPods still won’t reconnect, insert them back into their case, close your Windows Bluetooth settings and repeat this above process. If you’re still having issues repeat this process, but on Step 3 choose “remove” to unpair you AirPods and then begin the pairing process detailed above once more.
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To connect AirPods and a Windows computer, you need only some AirPods and a PC.
Apple’s top-o-the-line ‘buds
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. They’re also easy to pair up and connect, and these are the best ‘buds Apple offers.
All the good stuff, minus the “Pro”
You don’t have to go Pro, or spend upwards of $200, if you want a pair of Apple’s AirPods. You won’t get the active noise cancellation or sweat and water resistance of AirPods Pro, but you’ll get just slightly better battery life. These ‘buds are still a worthy option.
Check out more tips on getting the most out of your headphones and earbuds.
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