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How far can AirPods be tracked?

However, it only worked if your phone was within Bluetooth range of your AirPods. In other words, you had to be within 30 feet of the missing AirPods to locate them.
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Can AirPods be tracked anywhere?

If your AirPods (3rd generation), AirPods Pro (all generations), or AirPods Max are somewhere close by, like in another room in your house, your iPhone or iPad can help guide you to their location. If you have AirPods Pro (2nd generation), you can find the precise location of each of your AirPods and the charging case.
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Can someone use my AirPods if stolen?

Additionally, there is no password protection on AirPods. While you can lock devices like your iPhone or Mac remotely with Lost Mode, you can't do the same with AirPods. That said, anyone can easily use stolen AirPods when they find them. Unfortunately, Apple Warranty or AppleCare+ do not cover lost and stolen AirPods.
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Can the police track stolen AirPods?

No. There is no way of tracking a lost AirPod case as there is no GPS built in however you can track the last location where it was pared to you iphone. If you are unable to find it you can always buy a new case from Apple and it can easily be synced with your old AirPods.
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Can Apple track shoplifted AirPods?

No, they cannot be tracked digitally via their serial number. If they have been misplaced close by (near your iPhone) then you might be able to locate them. Find My can help you locate your missing AirPods.
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What happens when someone stole your AirPods?

Well, if the thief has an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, they can easily reset the product and make it their own. Unfortunately, there's no way you can block your lost or stolen AirPods from getting used by another person. The AirPods do not connect to Wi-Fi, which means you cannot remotely control them or lock them.
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When you mark AirPods as lost what happens?

What happens when you mark a device as lost? A confirmation email is sent to your Apple ID email address. You can create a message for the device that says it's lost and how to contact you.
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How do you reset AirPods after stealing them?

How to Reset AirPods and AirPods Pro
  1. Put your AirPods in their case and close the lid.
  2. Wait 30 seconds, then open the lid.
  3. On your iOS device, go to Settings -> Bluetooth and tap the circled "i" icon next to your AirPods.
  4. Tap Forget This Device, and tap again to confirm.
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Can I factory reset AirPods that I found?

Press and hold the setup button for at least 15 seconds. Hold the button until the status light starts flashing amber a few times and then flashes white. You AirPods have now been fully reset. You will need to re-pair your AirPods to your devices in order to use them again.
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What do I do if someone stole one of my AirPods and left theirs?

If your AirPods get stolen or disappear, you can use Apple's Find My app to locate them and possibly get them back.
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Why can't AirPods be tracked?

Find My can only track AirPods and AirPods Pro when the headphones are out of their Charging Case. When they're inside, they're charging and not connected to any other device, so there's no way for Find My to see them.
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How do I find the owner of my lost AirPods?

how can I find the owner of lost airpods that I found? If the owner of the AirPod's has enabled lost mode, open the case next to your iPhone or iPad and contact details should appear on your screen only if lost mode has been enabled.
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How accurate is AirPod tracking?

For this reason, using Find My AirPods to locate an AirPod that's been left behind isn't going to be particularly accurate, but it will give you a general idea of where they were lost so you can go back to the location.
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How do I remove AirPods from someone else's iCloud?

The previous owner might have to follow the steps to unpair.
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How to remove AirPods or another Find My network device from an Apple ID on Mac
  1. Open the Find My app.
  2. Select the Devices tab.
  3. Select the device that you want to remove.
  4. On the map, click the More Info button .
  5. Click Remove This Device.
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How far can AirPods Pro be tracked if stolen?

In other words, you had to be within 30 feet of the missing AirPods to locate them.
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Can you track stolen earbuds?

Keeping your earbuds turned on, paired with and connected to your phone will also make finding them easier if you have to rely on a scanner app. If your earbuds don't include their own tracking feature, you may want to consider purchasing a Bluetooth tracker and attaching it to your earbuds' case.
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What happens when you mark AirPods as lost?

What happens when you mark a device as lost? A confirmation email is sent to your Apple ID email address. You can create a message for the device that says it's lost and how to contact you.
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What happens if you lose your AirPods?

Replace a lost AirPod

Did you lose an AirPod or your Charging Case? You can buy a replacement for a left or right AirPod or the Charging Case. Your replacement will be new. AppleCare+ for Headphones does not cover lost or stolen AirPods.
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What earbuds are traceable?

The new Skullcandy Dime 2 headphones feature Tile tracking in each earbud. That means you essentially get two AirTags for the price of one, plus these also play music! Of course, it's not that simple. There are comparisons between the Find My network AirTags use and the Tile Network used by Tile devices.
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