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AirPods Keep Disconnecting from iPhone: How to Fix?

By: Waseem Patwegar

While AirPods are designed to automatically connect to iPhone and work flawlessly, they can sometimes run into problems. You can find below the steps to fix the problem of AirPods Disconnecting from iPhone.

AirPods Keep Disconnecting from iPhone

AirPods Disconnecting from iPhone

In general, AirPods should readily connect to iPhone and remain connected, until they are manually disconnected by the user.

However, the problem of AirPods disconnecting randomly and also disconnecting and reconnecting frequently has been reported by users.

This can happen due to various reasons, ranging from Bluetooth connectivity issues, AirPods being Low in Power to problem with proximity sensors and other reasons.

1. Make Sure AirPods Are Sufficiently Charged

The simplest reason for AirPods getting disconnected from iPhone is due to AirPods being Low in Power. Hence, make sure that AirPods are sufficiently charged, before connecting them to iPhone.

2. Restart Bluetooth

Restarting Bluetooth is known to help in fixing common Bluetooth connectivity problems.

Go to Settings > Bluetooth > toggle OFF Bluetooth. Wait for 30 seconds and toggle ON Bluetooth.

Switch ON Bluetooth on iPhone

After restarting Bluetooth, try to connect your AirPods again.

3. Restart iPhone

Sometimes, the problem is simply due to stuck programs or processes interfering with proper functioning of Audio devices.

Go to Settings > General > scroll down to bottom and tap on Shut Down. On the next screen, use the Slide to power off button to Power OFF your iPhone.

Slide to Power OFF Option on iPhone

Wait for 30 seconds and restart iPhone by pressing the Power button.

4. Install Updates

Go to Settings > General > Software Update.

Software Update Option on iPhone Settings Screen

On the software update screen, tap on Download and Install (in case a software update is available).

5. Disable Automatic Ear Detection

If AirPods are Disconnecting while they are being used, the problem could be due to proximity sensors on your device not working properly.

Go to Settings > Bluetooth > scroll down to ‘My Devices’ section and tap on the (i) icon located next to your AirPods.

AirPods on iPhone Settings Screen

On the next screen, disable Automatic Ear Detection by moving the toggle to OFF position.

Disable Automatic Ear Detection For AirPods on iPhone

Note: You can enable Automatic Ear Detection after the issue is fixed.

6. Forget AirPods and Reconnect Again

Go to Settings > Bluetooth > tap on the i icon located next to your AirPods under “My Devices” section.

Open AirPod Details on iPhone

On the next screen, select Forget this Device option.

Forget AirPods Option on iPhone

On the confirmation pop-up, tap on Forget Device to confirm.

After 60 seconds, place AirPods in the Charging case and press the Pairing button located at the back of AirPods case.

Pairing Button on AirPods Charging Case

Once AirPods are discovered by iPhone, select the Connect option to Confirm.

If your iPhone is using an older version of iOS, go to Settings > Bluetooth > select your AirPods as they appear under “Other Devices” section.

Wait for AirPods to finish connecting and once they are connected, you should be able to start using them again.

7. Reset AirPods

Place AirPods in the Charging case and close the lid. Wait for 60 seconds, and open the Lid of the Charging case.

On your iPhone go to Settings > Bluetooth > tap on the i icon located next to your AirPods Name under My Devices section.

Open AirPod Details on iPhone

On the next screen, tap on Forget this Device option.

Forget AirPods Option on iPhone

On the confirmation pop-up, tap on Forget Device to confirm.

With the Charging Case Lid open, press and hold the Setup button, located at the back of the case, until the status light flashes amber and then white.

Pairing Button on AirPods Charging Case

After this, go to Settings > Bluetooth > and select your AirPods under “Devices’ section.

Wait for AirPods to finish connecting and once they are connected, you should be able to use them.

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