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How do I pause AirPods?

To play and pause audio, press the force sensor on the stem of an AirPod. To resume playback, press again. To skip forward, double-press the force sensor.
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Why won't my AirPods pause when I tap them?

Your AirPods won't pause music, podcasts, or any other apps if Automatic Ear Detection is turned off. If this trick isn't working, connect your AirPods to an iPhone or iPad and check the Bluetooth settings to enable this feature: Open the Settings app and go to Bluetooth. Tap the i button next to your AirPods.
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How do I set up AirPods to tap to pause?

Alternatively, you can go to Settings > AirPods. Tap the More Info button next to your AirPods. Select the left or right AirPod to choose which AirPod you'd like to double-tap for Siri, playing or pausing audio content, or skipping between tracks.
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How do I turn off AirPod tap to pause?

How to turn off automatic play/pause with AirPods
  1. Make sure your AirPods are paired with an iPhone or iPad.
  2. Go into Settings > Bluetooth.
  3. Find your AirPods and tap the (i) next to it.
  4. Turn off Automatic Ear Detection.
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How do you tap on AirPods?

You can control your AirPods with a double tap at the top of the stem. For example, when you get an incoming call, double-tap to answer.
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You can also set each of your AirPods to do one of the following with a double tap:
  1. Play and pause audio content.
  2. Play the next track.
  3. Go back to the previous track.
  4. Activate Siri.
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Do you tap or squeeze AirPods?

For AirPods Pro and the new third-generation AirPods, you'll squeeze the stem of either earbud. Here's the number of taps required for the various controls: One squeeze: Toggle play/pause. Double squeeze: Skip forward.
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Why can't I tap my AirPods?

Unpair and Pair the AirPods Again

Sometimes, unpairing the AirPods from your iPhone and pairing them back can help fix simple issues like these. Give it a shot to see if it fixes the issue with AirPods gestures not working on your earbuds. Step 1: Open the Settings app on your iPhone and select the Bluetooth option.
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What does the button on the back of AirPods case do?

The setup button has two primary functions. First, this allows you to reset your AirPods to create a new, and possibly better, connection with your audio source. Second, this button can also activate manual pairing, which is very useful when you're trying to connect to a non-iOS device. What is this?
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Why do AirPods pause or disconnect when I move my head?

AirPods can disconnect when you move your head because it has an Automatic Ear Detection system that causes them to pause when they detect that the AirPods isn't near the ear. This feature can be annoying to you as a user.
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Why do AirPods pause when touching?

AirPods might be pausing due to connection issues. You can try putting the AirPods in the case for about 20-25 seconds and then reconnecting them. You can also manually force the connection: Open the Control Center.
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How many taps does it take to pause AirPods?

Note: You can also set either of your AirPods to pause when you double-tap it, then resume play when you double-tap it again.
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Can I turn off double tap to hang up on AirPods?

Open Settings on your iOS device. Tap the Bluetooth menu and look for your AirPods. Tap the “i” next to your AirPods name. Underneath the “Double-Tap On AirPods” function, choose to which option you'd like to switch between “Play/Pause” and “Off”
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Why does double tap not work on iPhone?

Open your iPhone's Settings and tap the Accessibility option. Tap "Touch" and hit the Back Tap option at the very bottom. Now, set both the "Double Tap" and "Triple Tap“ options to the ”None“ position. After that, force close Settings and then re-enable Back Tap by heading to Settings > Accessibility >Touch > Back Tap.
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How does AirPods know it's in my ear?

Apple uses infrared sensors to detect when the AirPods are inserted into your ears or removed from them. This powers the auto-play/pause feature. This detection can sometimes be fooled, however, when you place loose AirPods down onto a desk or onto your lap for a short time.
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How long do AirPods last?

With multiple charges in your case, you get more than 24 hours of listening time,19 or up to 18 hours of talk time. Your AirPods can get up to 5 hours of listening time21 or 3 hours of talk time on a single charge.
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Are AirPods waterproof?

Your AirPods Pro (1st and 2nd generation), AirPods (3rd generation), MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods (3rd generation), Lightning Charging Case for AirPods (3rd generation), and MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods Pro (2nd generation) are water and sweat resistant, but they are not waterproof or sweatproof.
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What does orange light on AirPods mean?

Amber/Orange light (with AirPods in): Your AirPods are charging inside the case. Amber/Orange light (without AirPods in): Your charging case doesn't have enough charge to fully recharge your AirPods one more time. Amber/Orange light (while connected to power source): AirPods and the charging case are both charging.
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Can you turn off AirPod case?

You Can't Turn Off AirPods or Their Charging Case

Apple-designed AirPods so that they'd always be ready. All you have to do is open their case, pull out the AirPods, put them in your ears, and they work. No need for on/off buttons, no need to tap a bunch of on-screen buttons to connect to your device.
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Should I charge AirPod case with AirPods inside?

The short answer is yes you can charge your AirPod case without the AirPods inside. You can also protect your AirPods case one step further by choosing one of our charming and fun AirPods case covers. Our AirPods case covers are fully compatible with wireless charging with or without your AirPods inside.
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Why is double tap not working in AirPods?

* If double-tapping to use Siri doesn't work, go to Settings > Siri & Search and make sure that Allow Siri When Locked is on.
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Why won't my AirPods work when I press the button?

Make sure your bluetooth is on when attempting to pair by holding down the button for up to 10-15 seconds if that does not work fully charge your airpods then open them up near any apple device with bluetooth on which should allow it to connect.
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