Have you had any problems with the volume of your AirPods? Before you try replacing it or getting another, why don’t you try troubleshooting the issues before considering a replacement?
This article will provide all the necessary information you need to fix the volume problems of your AirPods.
But first, you must identify the issues before dealing with them.
Most Airpods users have reported two common problems:
- The sound coming from the earbuds is too low
- One earbuds volume is softer and louder than the other
Identifying these issues will give way to the next step, which is the solution.
Troubleshooting Unequal Volume Output of Your AirPods
The first step is to head to your device’s settings menu. Then, navigate to the general menu and select “Accessibility.” Once that is done, scroll down and look for the “Hearing” section.
This section enables you to set the audio balance for your AirPods. Remember to do this if one earbud’s volume does not match the other.
The AirPods are designed to have the same volume level unless the settings have been altered.
You can then adjust the volume level for each earbud using this.
Restart Everything
To work, you must restart the iOS device or any other device connected to the AirPods.
Switch off your device’s Bluetooth and wait a few seconds before turning your Bluetooth back on.
You can do this on your iPad or iPhone by going to the Settings menu and selecting Bluetooth. Swipe to switch it off. Please wait a few seconds, then swipe it back on.
Start from Zero
Most times, the settings changes don’t get saved. To fix this, you need to turn everything down to zero settings, then slowly increase the volume to your preferred level. You should also turn down the volume of your AirPods while they are being used.
Turn everything all the way down to zero while you listen to music. When the volume is at zero, disconnect the earbuds by clicking on the blue “i” icon next to the AirPods.
Then select “Disconnect”. However, make sure that you only disconnect and not unpair the device.
Next, open the music application on your device and try playing some music. Afterward, turn down the volume to zero.
Try reconnecting the AirPods to the device. Now, turn the volume up. This should fix the problem with the earbuds’ too-low volume.
Update the Firmware
Another problem with malfunctioning AirPods is outdated firmware. Apple releases updates regularly, and it is advisable to follow up with these updates to keep your devices updated because most updates come with a bug fix.
Below are the steps to update your AirPods firmware: Place it in its charging unit.
Plug in the Charging Unit Into a Power Source
Ensure your iOS device is not too far from its charging unit or case and is connected to the Internet.
Clean your AirPods
Whenever you hear a muffled sound of one of the pods getting slightly quieter, your AirPods likely need cleaning.
Dead skin cells and ear wax go into the earbuds whenever you wear them. It can build up inside the speaker, causing issues related to volume.
There are a lot of ways to remove this gunk. Below are the best options:
- Get a lint-free cloth. Always make sure that the fabric is dry. Rub the AirPods using the fabric. When it comes to the speaker, make sure it’s a cotton swab, and rub it gently until it’s debris-free. For any hard or pushed-in gunk that is trapped within, remove it with a soft-bristled brush. Remember not to use anything that would scratch the inside of your AirPods. This can damage the earbuds permanently.
- Another way to do this is to clean using a toothbrush with soft bristles. Use this brush to remove the wax and dead cells that build up from the sound openings. These can be found in the large openings on the earbuds. Remember not to abrade anything by brushing too hard. If you push the debris into the opening, the issues can worsen. The next step is to suck the debris from the mesh using a micro-vacuum tool. When you feel the air is flowing through the openings, brush the debris off.
However, if the following instructions do not fix the issues on your pods, there may be a problem with the hardware.
If this is the case, you may want to take your earbuds to an Apple service center and also consider getting a new pair of AirPods.
