AirPods – No Sound Issue, a Challenge
Most customers have started using AirPods since its introduction by Apple, and many are in love with the gadget. But since technology is impulsive and never entirely faultless, these AirPods occasionally experience technical issues.
What could be the Possible Reasons?
#1. AirPods connected but no sound Output
Turn off the Bluetooth on the phone, then again turn it back on if the AirPods are paired but no sound is coming through. If it doesn’t work, select Forget This Device under Settings, Bluetooth, and then Info. Press the button behind the AirPods for 10 seconds with the case lid open to pair again. This will completely reset, and again pair the user’s AirPods, and they should effectively connect in this attempt.
Don’t be upset if they haven’t yet resolved the problem; there are various additional tried-and-true methods users can use.
Users should be aware that while the exact reason for this connection problem is unknown and Apple has not acknowledged it as a problem, it has been complained about multiple times and happens at a higher frequency to be regarded as “normal behavior.” Whatever the case, there are many tested solutions.
#2. Try to Reset Bluetooth
The first thing should try when the AirPods are already connected but with no sound is to reset the Bluetooth on phone. This is the fastest solution one can think of, and approximately half the time it works for me.
Try to reset the Bluetooth:
- Visit Settings
- Then Choose Bluetooth
- Turn Off the Bluetooth and let 20 seconds pass
- Then turn On the Bluetooth
- Reselect AirPods and try connecting
As an alternative, one can click the blue Bluetooth symbol on the mobile home screen after swiping down to make it grey (off). After 20 seconds, click the Bluetooth symbol once more to make it blue (on).
Users can try it again if the first method doesn’t work before moving on. Users may usually resolve this issue by simply forcing their phone to attempt to again establish a steady Bluetooth connection.
Reset AirPods if the sound is still unable to work.
#3. Reset AirPods
Though slightly more complicated than simply resetting of Bluetooth, this method is fairly simple. The best news is that 90% of users will find success with this. Users will need to “Forget This Device” to get started.
Perform the following:
- Visit Settings
- Then Choose Bluetooth
- Click the info symbol next to the AirPods
- Choose ‘Forget This Device’
- This will effectively remove AirPods from the phone. Now that the AirPods are removed, users will need to sync them again.
To re-pair AirPods, follow these steps:
- Make sure Bluetooth is turned on in your phone.
- Open the charging case’s lid after the AirPods are put inside.
- Press and hold the AirPod charging case’s button until the status of the case light begins to flicker white.
- Users’ phones should display AirPods. Choose “Connect”
- It will just require a few seconds for the AirPods to connect, but after that users should be ready to go!
- AirPods will be completely reset by this method, and the sound must now function.
- Don’t worry if a person is unlucky 10%; keep reading to learn about some alternative solutions that may help.
#4. iPhone Software Update
The iPhone’s software is continuously being upgraded, improved, and made to perform correctly. It’s extremely likely that the software is old or out-of-date and that this is interfering with AirPods’ Bluetooth connection to the phone. When possible one can upgrade their phone as frequently as possible. It is recommended that users turn Automatic Updates on so that phones will schedule these updates during the nighttime when users are asleep.
- Visit Settings
- Come down to ‘General’
- On the top, Choose Software Update
- Then select Automatic Updates
- Closure Download updates of iOS and Install updates of iOS
- Now select Back and check if for the available updates
- If any update is available, choose ‘Install Now’
Running the recent software makes sure that the phone is working promptly and best! Users can avoid multiple issues by simply staying on top among others.
#5. Reset the iPhone
Sometimes the source of the sound problem is not AirPods but rather the phone. The process of resetting the phone can be done in one of two ways. The first step is easy; just shut off the phone totally.
Users will be astonished at how many software and connection issues can be fixed with one simple power-on and power-off remedy. This is mostly since restarting a phone resets its software on the phone, and gets rid of any problems it may have encountered.
Press and hold the volume button while at the same time holding the button (side) to turn off the phone (old iPhone versions simply need users to hold the button on the side). Reset Network Settings is the second technique to restart the iPhone. With this, users are disconnected from all present networks and erase all prior connections.
Navigate to the Reset Network Settings on the iPhone:
- Visit Settings
- Come down to General
- On the bottom, choose Reset
- Finally select ‘Reset Network Settings’
#6. Clean Charging Ports and AirPods
Unbelievably, filth, earwax, and grime that have accumulated on the AirPod and in the charging port may be the cause of the sound issue coming from them. Start by lightly cleaning the bottom metal ring of the AirPods with a Q-tip. Clean the charging port by opening the charging case. Be sure users descend all the way to the ground.
To really obtain a deep clean, users can, if necessary, apply some isopropyl alcohol to the last of the Q-tip. Not to fear, Apple is on board! Check the AirPods’ speaker while users are at it! The buildup of this muck may cause the AirPods to become even quieter.
Users might need to take the tip off of the AirPods Pro to see if the speaker is dirty with debris. Once more, clear away any dirt or caked-on earwax with a Q-tip. For a better look, it is useful to grab a torch or turn on the phone’s flash. One can probably put an end to this problem for good if users ensure the charging connection points are spotless and the AirPod sensors and speaker are clear.
#7. Turn off the Automatic Ear Detection
The technology in AirPods can automatically detect when they are in their ears. When this is confirmed, the device’s audio output begins to be received. The technology is impressive, but if something goes wrong, the connection will be broken, and the sound will not stop coming from the phone instead of the headphones.
(Dirty headphones are the main cause of this issue. So be sure to follow the above guidelines and thoroughly clean them!
To determine this problem, users can simply switch off the Automatic Ear Detection at the start. Remember that once users disable this, the AirPods will continue to play even when they remove them from their ears.
Turning off the Automatic Ear Detection:
- Navigate to Settings
- Then choose Bluetooth
- Tap the Info button beside to AirPods
- Come down and turn Off Automatic Ear Detection
- See if this fixes the issue or not.
#8. Turn off the Nearby Devices
Turning off all neighboring Bluetooth devices is another potential solution to this problem. This entails shutting them off completely. There may be interference if there are other phones, headphones, mice, keyboards, etc. in the vicinity. By turning off all of those gadgets, users may be certain to avoid this.
Alternately, for every one of these Bluetooth devices, go to iPhone and choose “Forget This Device.” If users need to be reminded of how to achieve this, it was defined above. Users can ensure that there is no interference by doing this action.
#9. Keep the AirPods Charged
Low-battery AirPods (imagine 10% charging or lesser) frequently go in and out, miss sound, and maybe lose the ability to use the microphone. Users can even lastingly lower the battery life of their AirPods!
AirPods are almost worthless when they are almost dead. AirPods that are on their way out are not particularly fun to use. And when do they actually pass away? They are also not precisely simple to locate.
When Apple AirPods are not charged, there are several issues to contend with than simply the sound not working. Owing to this, it’s crucial to maintain AirPods completely charged to prevent running into any of these problems. It’s not a difficult effort either since AirPods can be charged from almost dead to fully charged in about an hour!
Wind Up – Solving Airpods ‘No Sound’ Issue
AirPods today are costly. Users are not responsible or need not worry about their devices being connected but silent. Despite the fact that this seems like a major problem, it is most probably due to malfunction or a small error. One could try restarting their iPhone, adjusting their phone’s network settings, or also wiping the earphones clean.
