Can you pair Airpods with a different case? The answer to that is yes but it depends. Airpods rely on their case to get charged and to pair to a new device.
But what if you don’t have your Airpods case with you, but can you pair it with a friend’s phone? How can you go about that?
Well, it is easy. However one of the challenges you can face is how compatible the case is with your AirPods.
If you are using Airpods 1, it can work seamlessly with another Airpod 1 case or Airpods 2 case.
But it won’t work with the Airpods 3 or Airpods Pro case.
If you look at the case of both of them below you’ll notice there is a difference in how both of them look.
The AirPods pro or Airpods 3 are shorter in length when compared to Airpods gen 1 or 2.
What this means is the connection point on an Airpods Gen (1/2) won’t make any contact with the AirPods pro due to the length of the Airpods.
Since you are aware of all these, How then can you pair AirPods with a different case?
Can you Pair Airpods with a different case?
Apparently, your Airpods Gen (1/2) won’t pair using an Airpods Pro or Airpods 3 Case. It would only work if you use Case Gen 1 with Gen 2 or Gen 2 with Gen 1.
So how can you go about it?
- On your Apple smartphone, navigate to the “settings” app
- Next, tap the information button next to your AirPods.
- Tap Forget This Device.
- If it doesn’t bring anything tap on it again, and then tap again to confirm.
- Now, put your Airpods in your Friends Airpods Case while the lid is open
- Check the status light to see if it flashes an amber light
- Once it flashes, hold down the setup button on the back of the case for a few seconds till the status light flashes white.
- Once it doesn’t, navigate to your Home Screen on your Apple smartphone
- Now, open the case with your AirPods inside and bring it close to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
- Once you do this, you will see a setup and an animation appear on your screen.
- Now, tap Connect, then tap Done.
How to Connect two Different Airpods to One Case
Of Course, you can connect two different AirPods in one case provided they are complementary to each other.
What does that mean? Firstly, they must be of the same model e.g Airpods Pro and AirPods pro.
Also, you should have one left and one right piece. If you have two right or two left pieces, you can connect both using one case. But you have to do it simultaneously.
Can you Pair Airpods with a Different case (Airpods Pro)?
If you have an Airpods Pro: how then can you Pair the Airpods with a different case if it’s Airpods Pro or Airpods 3?
The same procedure also follows.
You cannot use an Airpods Pro casing with Airpods Gen 1 or Gen 2. But it can be interchangeable with Airpods 3 due to the size.
If you have an Airpods Pro here is how you can go about it
- On your Apple smartphone, Navigate to the “settings” app
- Next, tap the information button next to your AirPods.
- Tap Forget This Device.
- If it doesn’t bring anything tap on it again, and then tap again to confirm.
- Now, put your Airpods in your Friends Airpods Case while the lid is open
- Check the status light to see if it flashes an amber light
- Once it flashes, hold down the setup button on the back of the case for a few seconds till the status light flashes white.
- Once it doesn’t, navigate to your Home Screen on your Apple smartphone
- Now, open the case with your AirPods inside and bring it close to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
- Once you do this you will see a setup and an animation appear on your screen.
- Now, tap Connect, then tap Done.
Can Airpods charge overnight?
Yes, you can decide to charge the Airpods overnight provided that they are placed in the charging case, while it is connected to a power source.
The Airpods will charge first and then the case will begin to charge.
Once the Airpods are fully charged. You will be alerted by the green indicator light on the front of the case
Also, you don’t need to worry about charging since Apple uses lithium-ion batteries which come with an impressive engineering design to stop batteries from overcharging.
What all this means is if you leave your Aipords charging through the night, there is no need to fret.
Can you pair AirPods with a different case?
You can pair your Airpods cases with a different case provided it is compatible with each other.
What that means is they must be of the same model or in the same category. Eg (Gen 1 and Gen 1 or Gen 1 and Gen 2)
The same also applies to the Airpods Pro and AirPods.
How long does it take for AirPods to charge in the case?
Charging the Airpods using the Airpods case will take 20 -30 minutes before the Airpods get filled up. However, if you are charging the case, it can take 2 – 3 hours provided you are using a Qi-certified charger.
You can check the list below for more detailed information on that
- AirPods (1st generation): around 30 minutes to an hour
- AirPods (2nd generation): about 45 minutes to an hour
- AirPods Pro and AirPods (3rd generation): one hour to two hours
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What is an LED light on my AirPods case?
The Led light on your Airpods cases signifies the different state of your casing. If the Airpods case is displaying an Amber light, it means the Case is partially charged. However, if it displays a green light then it means it is fully charged
Can I use my AirPods while it’s charging?
There is no way you can use your AirPods while you are charging it since it is inside the casing.
It has to be outside the casing before you can use it.
How to pair a Replacement Airpods
If you’ve just gotten a replacement Airpods may be due to your Airpods dropping in water. Here is how you can Pair the new one you’ve just gotten.
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- On your Apple smartphone, Navigate to the “settings” app
- Next, tap the information button next to your AirPods.
- Tap Forget This Device.
- If it doesn’t bring anything tap on it again, and then tap again to confirm.
- Now, put your Airpods in your Friends Airpods Case while the lid is open
- Check the status light to see if it flashes an amber light
- Once it flashes, hold down the setup button on the back of the case for a few seconds till the status light flashes white.
- Once it doesn’t, navigate to your Home Screen on your Apple smartphone
- Now, open the case with your AirPods inside and bring it close to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
- Once you do this you will see a setup and an animation appear on your screen.
- Now, tap Connect, then tap Done.
Final Thoughts
Can you Pair Airpods with a different case? The answer to that is yes, however, the only issue you can face with it is if the Airpods are not the same size as the casing you are using to test it out.
But in a common scenario, if the Airpods enter into whichever casing correctly, there is a high probability that you can pair it with that.
That being said, if you are having any technical issues with your Aipds feel free to contact Apple support.