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123JAC
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

Limiting Airpod device connections

How do I limit the devices that can connect to my airpods. I can be on a call and my airpods will disconnect and connect to an ipad


Posted on Sep 17, 2026 6:22 AM

1 reply

WheelieNick
User level: Level 9 (74,110 points)

Sep 18, 2026 1:12 AM in response to 123JAC

To stop your AirPods from automatically jumping to your iPad during a call, change the automatic switching setting on each of your Apple devices. 

How to Stop Auto-Switching

Follow these steps on your iPhone, your iPad, and any other Apple devices you use: 

  1. Put your AirPods in your ears and make sure they are connected to your device.
  2. Open the Settings app.
  3. Tap Bluetooth.
  4. Find your AirPods in the list and tap the "i" (More Info) button next to their name.
  5. Tap Connect to this iPhone (or Connect to this iPad).
  6. Change the selection from Automatically to When Last Connected to This [Device].


Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256358956