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We all know that AirPods are a great companion for the iPhone. Many features make most Apple enthusiasts stick with it despite having many other options in the market. And if you are from the Android camp, you may wonder what’s so special about AirPods? The only way to find out is to connect your AirPods to your Android phone and experience it yourself. But first, let’s see if AirPods can connect to your Android phone.
Do AirPods work with Android?Yes. You can connect AirPods with any Android phone or tablet via the Bluetooth standard. But you must note one thing; many features are limited to iPhone. Let’s look at the available features and the ones you will miss. AirPod features that work on AndroidHere are all the features that you can use on your Android phone:
Features that don’t work on AndroidNo matter which Android phone you are using, you won’t be getting the following AirPods feature on your Android device.
Despite knowing you will miss many features of AirPods, if you still want to connect it to your Android phone, then let’s check the steps. How to pair AirPods with an Android phoneTo pair all models of Airpods with Android:
If you want, you can give it access to your contacts and call history. Wait for a second or two, and you will see the AirPods connected to your Android phone. Note: Don’t shut the lid while in the pairing process. If the pairing fails, press and hold the setup button and then try to pair it with an Android phone. Release the button only after pairing AirPods. FAQsQ. Why won’t my AirPods connect to my Android? There could be many reasons why AirPods are not getting connected. You can try to put them inside the case and press and hold the setup button until the white light blinks. Keep in mind the lid of the case must be open. Q. How do I use AirPods Pro noise Cancelling on Android? Press and hold the stem to activate noise canceling on AirPods Pro while paired with Android, That’s it! While AirPods won’t change your listening game, it is worth a shot. But I won’t really recommend buying then without testing, so beg or borrow before you invest. And if you’re looking for something better, check our list of best AirPods alternatives where you can enjoy most of the features even on your Android phone. Here are some more AirPods tips and tricks for you to read:
iGeeksBlog has affiliate and sponsored partnerships. We may earn commissions on purchases made using our links. However, this doesn’t affect the recommendations our writers make. You can read more about our review and editorial process here. Anoop loves to find solutions for all your doubts on Tech. When he's not on his quest, you can find him on Twitter talking about what's in his mind. How do I control AirPods on Android?Open up the AirPods case. Go to the Bluetooth settings on your Android device. On the AirPods case, hold the pairing button at the back. Look for AirPods in the list of Bluetooth accessories and then tap the "Pair" button.
How do I use all AirPods Pro features on Android?All of the same gestures that are available with the AirPods on iOS will work work on Android. Single Squeeze to Play / Pause. Double Squeeze to Skip Track. Triple Squeeze to Go Back.
How do I use AirPods Pro noise Cancelling on Android?If you want to turn on noise cancellation on your AirPods Pro with an Android device, you will have to use the Force Sensors. These touch sensitive buttons allow the AirPod user to control audio playback, track skipping, and switching between Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency Mode.
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