How to Find Lost AirPods – 3 Different Ways to Track and Locate

How to Find Lost AirPods – Here are 3 Different Ways

Have you ever found yourself in the frustrating situation of misplacing your AirPods? Don't worry, you're not alone. It's all too easy for these small, wireless earbuds to get lost in the hustle and bustle of daily life. Whether they slipped out of your pocket, fell behind the couch, or got left in a taxi, there are ways to track them down and bring them back into your life.

Using the Find My Network

Apple's Find My network is a powerful tool that can help you locate your lost AirPods. This network utilizes Bluetooth signals from other Apple devices to pinpoint the location of your AirPods and send that information back to you. In order to use this service, you'll need to ensure that the Find My network is enabled on your iOS device.

Steps to Enable Find My Network:

1. Open the Settings app on your iOS device.


2. Search for "Find My" and select the "Find My" option.


3. Make sure the toggle for Find My Network is turned on.


4. Check that Find My Network is also enabled for your AirPods in the AirPods Settings.

Enabling the Find My network is crucial because without it, you won't be able to locate your AirPods using this method. Once you have it set up, you can move on to the next steps.

Using an iOS Device

If you have an iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch, you can use the Find My app to locate your AirPods. Here's how:

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Open the Find My app on your iOS device.


2. Select the "Devices" tab.


3. Choose your AirPods from the list of devices.


4. The app will display the location of your AirPods on a map.

If you own the AirPods Pro 2, you'll also be able to see the location of each individual AirPod as well as the case. However, for most AirPods models, you can only see the location of one AirPod at a time. You may need to find the visible AirPod first before being able to locate the other one.

If you're using a Mac, you can access the Find My app by searching for it in your applications or through Spotlight Search. Once you open the app, click on "Devices" to see all the devices connected to your Apple ID and their respective locations.

Using iCloud

If you don't have access to an iOS device, you can still use Find My through a web browser using iCloud. Follow these steps:

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Open a web browser and go to iCloud.com/find.


2. Sign in with your Apple ID.


3. Select "All Devices" to open a map with the location of your devices.


4. Choose your AirPods from the list of devices.


5. The map will display the current or last-known location of your AirPods.

It's important to note that the web version of Find My may be less up-to-date than the app, so whenever possible, use the app for real-time location information.

Playing a Sound from Your AirPods

If you believe your AirPods are nearby, but you can't visually locate them, you can use the Find My app to play a sound from your AirPods. Here's how:

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Open the Find My app on your iOS device.


2. Select the "Devices" tab.


3. Choose your AirPods from the list of devices.


4. Select the "Play Sound" option.

If you own the AirPods Pro 2, you can also play a sound from your case. This can be especially helpful if you've misplaced both your AirPods and the case. Additionally, if you have the AirPods 3, AirPods Pro, or AirPods Max, you can use your iPhone to determine if you're getting closer or farther away from your AirPods by tapping on "Find" in the same menu and moving around.

With the AirPods Pro 2, the ultra-wideband (UWB) chip in your iPhone can even point you in the right direction and tell you how far you are from your AirPods.

Final Thoughts

Losing your AirPods can be a frustrating experience, but with the help of Apple's Find My network and the Find My app, you have a good chance of locating them. If all else fails, retracing your steps and thinking about where you last used or saw your AirPods might lead you to their whereabouts.

Remember, if your AirPods are showing a message that says "No Location Found," you can still use their last known location as a starting point for your search. And if you ever find yourself in a similar situation with a lost Apple Watch or iPhone, be sure to check out our guides on how to find them.

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