Apple AirPods pair magically with other Apple devices, thanks to Apple's H1 chip -- or W1 chip in the case of the original AirPods -- but you can pair them with other devices via plain ol' Bluetooth nearly as easily. (Just not as magically because a non-Apple device won't know to pause your music, podcast or video when you take an AirPod out of your ear.) Show
It took you all of three seconds to pair your AirPods with your iPhone ($270 at Amazon) and the rest of your Apple devices. Pairing your Apple AirPods with your Windows 10 PC requires a few extra steps, but shouldn't take more than a minute. We'll walk you through pairing your AirPods with your PC and how to reconnect. This story is updated periodically. Pair AirPods with PCOn your PC, open the Settings app and choose Devices from the main menu. At the top of the Bluetooth & other devices page, first make sure that the toggle switch for Bluetooth is on. Next, click Add Bluetooth or other device at the top above the Bluetooth toggle switch. On the Add a device window, click Bluetooth. Put your AirPods in their case and open the lid. Press and hold the button on the back of the case until you see the status light between your two AirPods start pulsing white, and then let go. Your AirPods should show up in the Add a device window. Click to pair and connect. Screenshot by Matt Elliott/CNETReconnecting once pairedAfter making the initial connection between your Windows 10 PC and your AirPods, you'll be able to reconnect your AirPods and your PC for listening to music, watching YouTube, video conferencing and so on by heading back to the Bluetooth & other devices page in Settings. You'll see all of your paired audio devices listed under the Audio header. Select your AirPods from the list and click the Connect button. Read more: 11 tips and tricks for your Apple AirPods Looking for more AirPod tips and tricks? Check out the best AirPods tips, 11 awesome AirPods Pro tricks and learn how to clean your Apple AirPods.
Now playing: Watch this: 1 year with the AirPods Pro 10:47 Apple AirPods on a Surface PC (Image credit: Al Sacco/Windows Central) Apple's AirPods are designed for use with other Apple products, but that doesn't mean you can't use them with your Windows PC. Pairing AirPods with a PC initially isn't exactly intuitive at first because you have to use the charging case along with the AirPods, but it's easy once you know the process. Products used in this guide
How to pair AirPods with a Windows deviceTo pair and connect a new pair of Apple AirPods with your PC, just follow these simple steps:
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Connecting AirPods to a PC is just as easy as connecting any other Bluetooth device. When you're ready to disconnect them, just put your AirPods back in their charging case and close the lid. How to reconnect paired AirPods and a Windows PCYour AirPods should automatically connect to your PC after a few seconds every time you remove them from the charging case. If for some reason they don't, you can easily reconnect them by following these easy steps:
If for some reason your AirPods still won't reconnect, insert them back into their case, close your Windows Bluetooth settings and repeat this above process. If you're still having issues repeat this process, but on Step 3 choose "remove" to unpair you AirPods and then begin the pairing process detailed above once more. Our top equipment picksTo connect AirPods and a Windows computer, you need only some AirPods and a PC.
Windows-friendly audio (opens in new tab) Apple's top-o-the-line 'buds Apple's AirPods are perhaps best paired with iOS devices, or at least other Apple computers. However, because they use Bluetooth to connect wirelessly to tech gear, they work well with Windows PCs, Android phones, and other mobile devices, too. They're also easy to pair up and connect, and these are the best 'buds Apple offers.
Older but still well worth a look (opens in new tab) All the good stuff, minus the "Pro" You don't have to go Pro, or spend upwards of $200, if you want a pair of Apple's AirPods. You won't get the active noise cancellation or sweat and water resistance of AirPods Pro, but you'll get just slightly better battery life. These 'buds are still a worthy option. Check out more tips on getting the most out of your headphones and earbuds.
Al Sacco is content director of Future PLC's Mobile Technology Vertical, which includes AndroidCentral.com, iMore.com and WindowsCentral.com. He is a veteran reporter, writer, reviewer and editor who has professionally covered and evaluated IT and mobile technology, and countless associated gadgets and accessories, for more than a decade. You can keep up with Al on Twitter and Instagram. Can I pair AirPods to Windows PC?AirPods are designed to seamlessly work with iPhones and other Apple devices. However, they are just like any other Bluetooth devices, so you can also connect to a Windows PC.
Why is my AirPods not connecting to my PC?If you have trouble pairing your AirPods to a Windows PC, try turning off the Bluetooth on all other nearby devices – especially other Apple devices. If you need the Bluetooth on those devices to be in 'On' mode, try forgetting your AirPods from them or simply resetting your AirPods.
How do I connect my AirPods to my laptop Windows 10?To connect AirPods to a PC, put your AirPods in the case and press and hold the small button on the back until the status light starts blinking white. Your AirPods should then show up in the "Add a device" window in your PC's Bluetooth settings, where you can click to pair and connect.
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