Listening to music is like breathing air for a music fanatic like me. But I don’t like carrying my phone around with me every time I do the household chores. So the headphone range is an equally important factor as other services.
When I first listened to music on AirPods, I was speechless. With the dazzling sound quality with sharp melody and active noise canceling feature, AirPods make me forget the outside world.
However, I was concerned about the range before selecting AirPods for my go-to earpiece because no one likes to be interrupted during the music.
This same confusion bothers you, right?
Worry not. After reading this article, all your confusion regarding AirPods’ range will disappear. Just don’t skip any part, or you will miss some exciting tips about using AirPods.
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What is the Range of your AirPods?
According to Apple’s website, the operating range for AirPods is 30 to 60ft. This means you can use AirPods anywhere between 10 to 18 meters. But the range varies from version to version for AirPods. Later devices like AirPods Pro have a greater range with stable sound quality.
Bluetooth is one of the weakest radio waves. Obstacles like walls, metal sheets, or even a thick wool cloth can block Bluetooth signals.
Airpods use Bluetooth signals to connect with your phone. So the range of your AirPods will vary from place to place.
In areas with many disturbances, you may face problems in long-distance AirPods usage. According to Apple, the second generation AirPods have a maximum range of 9 meters (30 feet). You can’t use AirPods 2nd gen remotely after 30 feet.
For the 3rd generation AirPods, things are a bit different. Up to 150 feet, they can maintain a reliable Bluetooth connection (45 meters). It is significantly higher than the first and second generations of AirPods.
Airpods Pro has a Bluetooth range between 40-50 meters (131-164). It is almost twice the range of AirPods 2nd generation AirPods.
However, all the ranges are determined in open areas. Any kind of obstacle can decrease your AirPods Bluetooth range.
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What are the Optimal and Maximum ranges?
When determining the range of any Bluetooth device, two important terms are optimal and maximum range. The optimal range refers to the designated range AirPods are meant to use. On the other hand, the maximum range is the most extreme reach where you can hear sound.
Apple always recommends you use Airpods in optimal range because you will get the best audio output from the device.
Not only does optimal range have better coverage, but other Airpods features like commanding Siri, sound quality, and noise cancelation are at their peak.
However, many people experiment with the sound quality at AirPods greatest reach. And Apple doesn’t disappoint them. Most users agree that they can hear clear sound using AirPods at a 60 feet distance.
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How to get a better AirPods connection
AirPods connect with devices using a Bluetooth connection. If you want a better AirPods connection, keep an eye on the Bluetooth connectivity issue. Also, I’ve some tips and tricks you can follow for a better AirPods experience.
Here are some tips to get a better AirPods connection:
- Keep your AirPods away from devices like Bluetooth speakers, smartwatches, etc., to avoid interference.
- Make sure no obstacle appears between your AirPods and your phone. Barriers reduce the range of Bluetooth waves.
- Try to keep your mobile and AirPods close in the public areas. Because more people means more mobile, and more mobile means more Bluetooth waves.
- Maintain full charge on AirPods. A low battery can cause connectivity issues in AirPods and can stop the audio flow.
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Key Features of AirPods
Airpods keep one of the top positions in the Bluetooth headset market. It has some unique features that none of its competitors are able to copy. For those features, user’s always preferred AirPods over any other alternatives.
The only downside for AirPods is its price.
Here are the key features of AirPods that make AirPods different from others:
- AirPods has a very user-friendly exterior. It fits very easily into your pocket, which is great for mobility.
- AirPods has a tracking system even though it doesn’t have any GPS. You can see the last known location of AirPods using the Find My application.
- It has a very powerful battery that can last up to 5 hours.
- The Apple H1 chip is installed in AirPods. They provide superior quality sound in AirPods.
- AirPods are very easy to charge. After 15 minutes of charge, you can easily listen to music for 2-3 hours easily.
- AirPods are light sweat and water resistant, so you can use them during light rain.
- When you put your AirPods in the charging case, the content you are listing is automatically paused.
How to Connect AirPods with your Device
You can use AirPods with any device with Bluetooth connectivity. But AirPods have greater privileges on Apple devices.
Here are the steps to connect AirPods with your Phone:
For iPhone
AirPods has some extra features for iPhones like Siri or voice activation. AirPods’ noise canceling works better on any iOS device. Also, you can enjoy different sound modes for your AirPods in iOS version 14.0 to above.
Here are the steps to connect AirPods with your iPhone:
- Put your AirPods in your charging case and close the lid.
- Swipe up your iPhone’s home screen.
- Turn on Bluetooth on your iPhone.
- Unlock your AirPods case lid.
- Select connect option in the Not Your AirPods window.
- Tap Continue.
For Android
You can use AirPods on any android device. Though you can’t use advanced features like Siri on android phones, you can still enjoy the sound quality and noise canceling feature of AirPods.
Here are the steps to connect AirPods with your android phone:
- Turn on Bluetooth on your phone.
- Open the lid of the AirPods charging case.
- Hold the button in the back of your case for 5 seconds.
- Select AirPods from available devices.
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FAQs
Can I walk around in the house while using AirPods?
Yes, you can walk around your house while using AirPods. Also, you can leave your phone on the ground floor and use AirPods on the first floor because it has a maximum range of 30 feet.
How far can you be away from your phone with AirPods pro?
Airpods Pro has a Bluetooth range between 40-50 meters (131-164ft). So you can go up to 50 meters away from your phone using AirPods pro.
How far can AirPods be away from the case?
AirPods and the case need to keep a distance between 32 feet to maintain connectivity. If you go more than 32 feet from the case, you will face connectivity issues.
Conclusion
In short, the maximum distance between your phone and AirPods gen 1 & 2 is about 30 feet. You can’t go more than that. But if you use AirPods gen 3 or AirPods Pro, the range increases up to 45-50 meters. However, the range can vary for obstacles.
Thanks for reading this article thoroughly. I’m sure all your confusion is cleared, and you can determine how much distance you can put up between AirPods and your phone. If you have any other quarries, comment below. Have a good day.
