Can I charge AirPods with a different case?
Yes, you can charge AirPods with a different case. If your AirPods charging case got spoilt or stolen, you could use a different case to charge the AirPods.
Note: The case you want to make use of to charge your AirPods has to be the same model as your AirPods to enable it to charge properly and allow the battery last longer.
My AirPods charging case got lost or damaged. Which one should I use?
If your AirPods charging case got lost or damaged, you can make use of;
Your friend AirPods charging case.
Get an official replacement from Apple Company: Go to the Apple online store to replace your lost or damaged charging case. The price of the charging case you wish to replace depends on the model of your AirPods and what happened to the previous case – if it got lost, defective, or spoilt.
Buy from a third-party replacement store. If the price Apple charges you for a new charging case is on the high side, you can check for a third-party replacement case. Although it is more affordable, Apple Company doesn’t recommend it. So if you have to purchase it here, check the previous customer review and also ensure it can work with your AirPods.
How to charge Airpods with a different case
To charge your Airpods with a different case,
- Go to your ios device and forget your AirPods. Open your device setting and go to Bluetooth. Click on the info icon close to your AirPods and select forget device twice to confirm it.
- Insert your AirPods in the new case and allow it to charge for a minimum of 15 minutes.
- The case has to support the model of AirPods you are using for it.
- Connect the AirPods to your phone by opening the case and holding the button at the back of the case. Then, you will see a flashing light.
- On your ios device, you will be asked to confirm the connection. Select Done once it has been confirmed.
- Your AirPods can now charge properly with this case. Ensure you unpair your AirPods once you are done charging if it is borrowed.
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How to confirm that my AirPods are charging when, in another case
To confirm that your AirPods are charging when in another case, you have to observe the flashing light on your AirPods case. This light also called the status light, is at the back of the second generation AirPods and AirPods pro, while for the first generation AirPods, it is inside the lid.
Get a better understanding of your AirPods charging below;
- When your AirPods is in the case, the Green light shows its fully charged.
- When your AirPods are not in the case, the green light shows the case if fully charged.
- Amber light shows your charging case is almost charged fully.
- Flashing amber light shows that your AirPods need to be set up again.
- Flashing white light on your AirPods indicates it is ready for set up.
How to know if your AirPods are dead?
To know if your AirPods are dead, you can check the battery status on your ios device. If they are connected to an iPhone, check your home screen indicator. If they are connected to a Mac, double-click the bottom of the case. If they are connected to an ipad, check the top of your screen for the battery indicator.
Conclusion
This article has explained if you can charge your AirPods with a different case and how to do it. If you have any questions, kindly leave them in the comment section below.
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