Ever found yourself wondering if your AirPods are running low on battery while you're in the middle of a podcast or a phone call? Checking the battery level of your AirPods is a breeze, and we're here to guide you through the process. Let's dive right in.
Before we start, ensure your AirPods are connected to your device and the AirPods case is closed. Now, let's explore two simple methods to check your AirPods' battery level.
Checking AirPods Battery Level on iOS Devices
If you're using an iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch, you can quickly check your AirPods' battery status right from your device's screen.
Here's how to do it:
Using the Battery Widget
Apple provides a handy battery widget that displays the battery level of your AirPods at a glance. If you haven't added the widget to your Today View, follow these steps:
1. Swipe down from the top of your screen to access the Today View. 2. Scroll down to the bottom and tap the 'Edit' button. 3. Tap the green '+' icon next to 'Batteries' to add the widget. 4. Tap 'Done' to save your changes.
Using the Control Center
You can also check your AirPods' battery level directly from the Control Center. Here's how:
1. Swipe down from the top-right corner of your screen to open the Control Center. 2. Look for the AirPods icon (a stylized image of AirPods) among the various controls. 3. Tap the AirPods icon to see the battery level of both your AirPods and their charging case.
Checking AirPods Battery Level on Android Devices
While AirPods are designed to work seamlessly with iOS devices, they can also be connected to Android devices. Here's how to check your AirPods' battery level on an Android device:
Unfortunately, Android doesn't provide a built-in way to display the battery level of connected Bluetooth devices. However, you can use a third-party app to monitor your AirPods' battery status. One popular option is 'AirBattery' – a free app available on the Google Play Store.
Using the AirBattery App
After installing the AirBattery app, follow these steps to check your AirPods' battery level:
1. Open the AirBattery app and grant it the necessary permissions. 2. Make sure your AirPods are connected to your Android device. 3. The app will display the battery level of both your AirPods and their charging case.
Now that you know how to check your AirPods' battery level, you can always stay connected and enjoy your music, podcasts, or calls without any unexpected interruptions. Happy listening!