How to Track and Find AirPods With iPhone

 

1. Due to their compact and lightweight design, AirPods can occasionally be misplaced. Fortunately, before you begin searching your home extensively for the missing earbuds, you have the option to locate them using your iPhone. This guide will demonstrate how to find your lost AirPods with the assistance of Apple's Find My app.

Your AirPods Will Automatically Appear in Find My

One of the most advantageous aspects of tracking your AirPods is that no prior configuration is necessary. Provided that your AirPods are connected to an Apple device and associated with an Apple ID, they will seamlessly appear in the Find My app.

You can access the Find My app on an iPhone, iPad, Mac, or even through the web at iCloud.com. When utilizing Find My on a different device, it is essential to log in with the same Apple ID that your AirPods are linked to. It is advisable to follow our recommendations if your AirPods do not appear in the Find My app.

How to Track AirPods Using the Find My App.

To locate your AirPods, launch the Find My application and navigate to the Devices tab. From the list of your Apple devices, select your AirPods. Upon doing so, you will either see a message indicating No location found or the last known location of your AirPods, along with the corresponding time and date. If necessary, you can obtain directions to the last known location via Apple Maps.

If your earbuds are outside of their case, you will also be able to view the location of each individual earbud. For second-generation AirPods Pro, the location of the case can be displayed even if the earbuds are not present inside it.

In the event that you cannot locate the Find My app on your Apple device, it is possible that you are using a managed Apple ID, which is commonly associated with educational institutions.

It is important to note that the Find My app is also capable of locating your lost or stolen iPhone, as well as other Apple devices such as your Apple Watch, Mac, and AirTags.

Finding Lost AirPods or AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) Case 

1. When one or both AirPods are within proximity of your Apple devices and can establish a Bluetooth connection, you have an effective method for locating them. The AirPods are capable of emitting a loud, high-pitched chirping sound, which aids in their retrieval. This sound will gradually increase in volume for a duration of two minutes or until you cease your search.

To initiate this process, open the Find My app on your iPhone and navigate to the Devices tab. Scroll down to locate your AirPods and select them. Then, choose the Play Sound option, which will present three choices: Left, Stop, and Right. You may select either Left or Right to activate the sound on the respective AirPod. Should you wish to terminate the sound before the two-minute period concludes, simply press Stop.

If you are attempting to locate the second-generation AirPods Pro case, select it from the list and then opt for Play Sound. The charging case's built-in speakers will produce the same audible alert.

The operational range for AirPods, AirPods Pro, and second-generation AirPods Pro cases is approximately 100 feet from your iPhone or other Apple devices. Therefore, if you are able to activate the sound, you can anticipate finding the lost items within that range.

Do not despair if your AirPods or case are currently offline. Should your AirPods or case reconnect and come online, you will receive an automatic notification, allowing you to view the location of the earbuds and play a sound if needed.
 

How Precision Finding Can Help Locate Your AirPods or Case 

 If you possess an iPhone 11 or a more recent model along with a pair of AirPods Pro (2nd generation), you can utilize the Precision Finding feature to locate your earbuds or their charging case. This functionality provides precise location details, including directions and distance measurements. It is important to note that your AirPods must remain connected to your iPhone for this feature to work effectively.

Upon selecting your AirPods in the Find My app, you will notice a Find section adjacent to the Play Sound option. You can begin moving around and adhere to the provided instructions to track down your earbuds. The app will display directions and the distance to your AirPods in feet.

Additionally, the Find option is available for users of AirPods (3rd generation), AirPods Max, or the first-generation AirPods Pro. However, the Find My app will only indicate whether these devices are nearby or at a distance.

Thanks to the seamless integration of hardware and software, Apple facilitates the process of locating lost AirPods or the charging case (for the second-generation AirPods Pro) through its Find My network. We hope that you successfully locate your missing AirPods by following our guidance.