If you are bored with your current airpod name, or you want to gift or sell the airpod to someone and will like to change the airpod name before doing that here is an article for you. This article will walk you through how to change AirPod name [rename your Airpod] from the default name to something you desire.
In most cases, an Airpod name is mostly the name of the company that produces it or the name given to the AirPod by the company which you can simply change.
Well, if you are a novice and don’t know which steps to take to rename your Airpod name here is a guide we have put together to put your through.
Airpod is one of the best wireless headphones you can use, with excellent sound quality and a great design that makes it comfortable for long-term use.
Your AirPods usually have a name to signify ownership and make connecting to other compatible devices easy.
The remaining sections of this article will explain how you can change the airpod name using any compatible device.
How to Change Airpod Name
You can change Airpod name on any Apple device like iPhone, iPad, Mac, and the rest as long as you wear the airpod and have it connected to the device.
Simply follow the steps below to change or rename your AirPod name.
- Ensure you are wearing the AirPods and it is connected to a device.
- Then go to your phone settings menu
- Click on your current Airpod name at the top corner of your screen.
- Then click on the current name and enter a new name.
- Click on the done button to complete the process.
For macOS users, the following steps take you through how to change or rename your Airpods name.
- Wear your AirPods and connect them to your Mac.
- Then go to your Apple menu list and click on system settings.
- Scroll down the sidebar on your system settings and click on your AirPods name.
- Then enter the new name and hit the save button.
You can also check out How to Pair AirPods to Android Devices.
How to Change Airpod Pro Name
Changing your airpod name on your AirPods is the same process as changing it on AirPods pro.
You can use any apple device to change the name on your AirPods pro.
This section of the article will explain how you can change the airpod name.
Change airpods name on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod by following the instruction below.
- Wear your airpods and connect them to any available device.
- Then go to the device settings menu and click on your airpod name at the top corner of the screen.
- Select the current name and input the name you’d like to change it to.
- Then click on the done button to save the new name.
You can change airpod name on your Mac by following the steps below.
- Connect your airpods to your Mac and wear them.
- Then go to the settings menu on your Mac, scroll down the sidebar, and select your airpod name.
- Then enter the name you want to change to and click enter to save it.
How to Change Airpod Name on Android
Many android devices, as long as they are Bluetooth enabled, are compatible with the AirPods, and you can change your AirPods name using your android device by following the steps below.
- Go to your device settings menu and click on connected devices.
- Then scroll down to your airpods and click on the settings cog at the right hand of the screen.
- Then enter the new name and click on the rename button.
Once you have followed the instruction above, you have been able to successfully change the name of your airpods using an android device.
How to Change Airpod Name on Chromebook
While you can use your AirPods with your Chromebook, it is sadly impossible to change your AirPods name using your Chromebook.
You can change your AirPods name on any apple mobile device by following the steps below.
- Wear your AirPods and connect them to an Apple device.
- Then navigate to your device settings menu and select the current airpod name at the top corner of your screen.
- Then click on the current name and input the new name.
- Then tap the done button to complete the process.
If you have followed the steps above, the next time you connect your AirPods to your Chromebook, the name that will show on the screen will be the new one.
Can Someone Change the Name of my Airpods
Yes, if the person has access to the device you currently have your AirPods connected to, they can change the name.
Once your airpod is connected to the device and you are wearing them, they can change your airpod name by following the instructions below.
- Go to the settings menu of the device your AirPods is currently connected to, and click on the airpod name.
- Then enter the new airpod name and click the done button to save it.
Once the person follows the instructions above, the new name will appear as your AirPods name.
How Do I Change my Airpod Name without an iPhone?
The iPhone is not the only device you can use to change your Airpod name. You can change the name of your AirPods using your iPad, iPod touch, Mac, android, and windows devices.
You can change the name of your airpod using your iPad and iPod touch by following the steps below.
- Connect your AirPods to the device and wear the AirPods.
- Then go to the settings menu and click on your AirPods name.
- Then input the new name and click the done button to save it.
You can change the name of your airpod on your Mac by following the instructions below.
- Connect your AirPods to your Mac and wear them.
- Then navigate to the Apple menu list and click on system settings.
- Then go to the system settings menu, scroll down, and click on your AirPods name.
- Then input the new name you want to use and click on the save button.
You can change your AirPods name on your windows device as long as it is Bluetooth compatible by following the instructions below.
- Go to your windows control panel and select hardware and sounds.
- Then select device and printers, right-click on your AirPods and click on properties.
- Then click on the Bluetooth option and edit the airpod name.
You can use any of the methods above to change the name of your AirPods if you do not have an iPhone.
How to Reset AirPods
If your AirPods are having issues preventing them from functioning effectively, you might be able to resolve the issue by resetting the AirPods.
You can reset your AirPods by following the instructions below.
- Place your AirPods in their charging case and close the lid for about 30 seconds.
- Then open the lid and wear your AirPods.
- Then go to your device settings and click on your airpods.
- Then click on the more info button and click on the forget this device option.
- Now put your AirPods back in the charging case and open the lid.
- Then press the setup button at the back of the case for about 15 seconds or till the flashing light changes from amber to white.
Conclusion:
This article has explained how you can change the airpod name on Apple, android, and windows devices. We also looked at how you can reset your AirPods when you have issues with them.