Checking the battery level of your AirPods is important when using them, especially when outdoors or using them for long periods of time. If you’re a MacBook user, checking the battery level of your AirPods and case is pretty simple. Here’s how to do it step by step:
Check AirPods Charging from Bluetooth Menu
After connecting your AirPods to MacBook, follow these steps to check the battery level:
- Bluetooth Icon: Click the Bluetooth icon in the menu bar of your MacBook.
- Select AirPods: Select your AirPods from the list of connected devices.
- View Battery Level: You can see the battery level of the left and right AirPods, as well as the case itself, here.
If you don't see the Bluetooth icon in the menu bar:
- Apple Menu: Click on the Apple menu and go to "System Preferences".
- Dock and Menu Bar: Select "Bluetooth" here and check the "Show in Menu Bar" box.
Detailed Battery Level Display
To view the AirPods case battery level in detail, you can:
- Put the Right Earbud in Your Ear: Leave the left earbud in the case.
- Check the Bluetooth Menu: Once you follow these steps, you can see the battery level of both the earbuds and the case from the Bluetooth menu.
Check Battery Level on Other Devices
iPhone and iPad:
- Move the Case Closer: With the AirPods case open, bring it close to your iPhone or iPad. A pop-up will appear on the screen showing the battery level.
- Batteries Widget: You can constantly check the battery level by adding the Batteries widget to the home screen.
Apple Watch:
- Control Center: Swipe up from the watch face to open Control Center, then tap the battery icon. This is where you can see the AirPods' battery level.
With these steps, you can easily check the battery level of your AirPods on your MacBook and other Apple devices.
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