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If you want to pair your AirPodsPro to your iPhone, follow these steps:

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Before you begin, make sure your device has the latest version of iOS or iPadOS installed. When pairing, your device must also be connected to a Wi-Fi or cellular network, or you may not have access to Find My features.

  1. Go to the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
  2. Tap Bluetooth, turn on Bluetooth, then do one of the following:
    • AirPods or AirPods Pro: Open the case with your AirPods inside, then hold it next to the device that you want to pair until the setup animation appears.

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3 . Follow the onscreen instructions, then tap Done.


If you don’t see the setup animation, you can pair AirPods with your device manually.

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copied from: Pair AirPods with an Apple Device - AirPods User Guide - Apple Support


Resetting the AirPods Pro may be necessary, if this does not work:

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  1. Put your AirPods in their charging case, close the lid, and wait 30 seconds.
  2. On an iPhone or iPad that's paired with your AirPods, go to Settings, then tap Bluetooth.
    • If your AirPods appear in the My Devices list, tap the More Info button next to your AirPods, tap Forget This Device, then tap again to confirm.
    • If your AirPods don't appear in the list, continue to the next step.

3. Open the lid of your charging case.

4 . Press and hold the setup button on the back of the case for about 15 seconds.

5 . When the status light on the front of the case flashes amber, then flashes white, you can follow the steps on your device's screen to reconnect your AirPods.

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copied from: How to reset your AirPods and AirPods Pro - Apple Support