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If one of your AirPods didn’t charge while it was in the case, it can be frustrating if you need to use them. Luckily, charging issues with AirPods are temporary and can be fixed with simple solutions at home. We spoke to James Bell, a phone repair specialist, to learn more about what could cause the issue and best practices for repairs.
Best Ways to Fix One AirPod Not Charging
- Take your AirPod out of the case and reinsert it firmly.
- Wipe the bottom of your AirPod with a cloth to remove debris from the connector.
- Plug in the case when your AirPods are inside of it.
- Unpair your AirPods and reconnect them to your device.
- Reset your AirPods to factory settings to completely refresh them.
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Bell says that while some places won’t fix AirPods, some repair places offer insurance to replace faulty or damaged pieces. As long as you pay a small insurance charge, there are no additional costs.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/102672
- ↑ https://youtu.be/acxXry6ULLM?t=48
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/guide/airpods/unpair-restart-or-reset-airpods-iph561965261/web
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1j8L0rg3J0
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/119912
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/106340
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/guide/airpods/unpair-restart-or-reset-airpods-iph561965261/web
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/119912
- ↑ https://www.ifixit.com/Troubleshooting/AirPods/One+Airpod+Dies+Faster/506777