AirPods are great for a lot of reasons, they’re convenient, easy to use, have a ton of user-friendly features, and so on.
All that greatness comes with a pretty hefty price tag though, which is why it can be frustrating when they seem to die on you so often and so quickly.
If you’re experiencing this problem frequently, you’re not alone, and I’ll help you find out what might be causing it and how you can extend your AirPods battery life.
Why Do My AirPods Die So Fast?
There are a lot of reasons your AirPods could be dying quickly, but here are some of the most common ones.
You Haven’t Been Returning Them To The Charging Case
If you don’t put your AirPods back in their charging case when not in use, they’ll remain powered and drain their battery over time, which can lead to it seeming like they’re never charged when you use them!
Always remember to put them back in the charging case if you’re not actively using them, that way they’ll always be fully charged for when you want to use them!
The Charging Case Needs Charging
That might sound a bit strange, but your charging case does need to be charged from time to time.
It’s essentially a power bank for your AirPods and runs on a battery to give them power, so it will eventually run out after enough charges. This is the price you pay for having wireless charging, sadly.
Luckily, you won’t need to do it all too often, so if you’re AirPods aren’t charging when put back in the case, look for the charger slot on your case and plug it in to see if that helps.
It could be the case that your charger cable isn’t working properly, in which case you should look into getting a new cable that’s compatible with Apple products, or worst case, check if the case itself is damaged by taking it to a technician.
You’ve Set The Volume Too High
The higher you set the volume on your AirPods too, the more power they’ll use.
That’s because there’s a transistor inside the AirPods that amplifies the output of noise, and the higher your volume, the more power it uses to work and make those soundwaves bigger.
Using your AirPods at a high volume will drain your battery much more quickly, and can also damage your hearing.
The Battery Is Worn Out
The battery in your AirPods will, like any battery, wear down over time. If you bought your AirPods recently, this shouldn’t be an issue.
If you’ve had them for a long time, however, you might want to look into getting them looked at and start thinking about replacements.
If you think your AirPods shouldn’t have reached that point yet, and they’re relatively new, then there might be some damage you’re not aware of.
This could be caused by water damage if the AirPods or the charging case has come into contact with any liquids, or it might be damage from an impact if you’ve dropped them or they’ve fallen off a surface.
One AirPod Is Dying Faster Than The Other
If you’re encountering this issue with only one of your AirPods, that likely points to damage to that specific AirPod, as mentioned above, or a software problem.
It is also possible that one side of the charging case is damaged, or the small bits of metal inside one part of the case are damaged and not connecting the AirPod to the case, preventing it from charging.
In any of these cases, your best bet is to take your AirPods to your Apple store to have a technician look at them.
How Long Should My AirPods Battery Last?
How long your AirPods will last will vary depending on how long you’ve been using them.
If it’s been well over a year since you purchased them, you might start to see a gradual decrease in their battery life as the battery wears out.
Brand new AirPods are meant to last around 24 hours out of their case when fully charged. In continuous active use, they generally last around 5 hours, less if you’re using them for a phone call or video call.
That said, there are a few varieties of AirPods on the market that have different battery lives, so check the specifications for your model to see the average battery life and see if yours are severely underperforming.
The AirPod case should last around 5 full charges before it needs to be charged itself. If you’re finding your case isn’t charging your AirPods well or isn’t holding much charge, then it may be damaged.
Try using a wireless charger when charging your case rather than a plug to avoid damaging the charging port.
How To Fix AirPods That Die Fast?
You will not be able to fix AirPods yourself. If they are damaged, and you don’t want to have to replace them, you’re only option is to take them to the Apple store and get a technician to have a look at them.
Most of the time the problem can be dealt with, but how much it will cost will vary depending on what’s wrong with the AirPods, and they can sometimes be so expensive you may just consider replacing the AirPods entirely instead.
These fees can be avoided if you have a warranty on your AirPods or AppleCare, in which case you will get a discount on repairs or even have them completely free.
I hope this helps you get your AirPods working again. You might be tempted to take your AirPods to another technician for repairs.
I advise against this, as Apple uses its own software and parts that make it very difficult for third-party technicians to fix. If you choose to take this risk, be aware that you may not get the best results.
From a young age, I have always had a big interest in technology, and this blog is an extension of that interest. Through this blog, I hope to provide others with all of the information they need regarding tech options to consider, and things such as compatibility. Some of the different items I will be discussing include headphones, smartwatches, and how to fix common issues.
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