Losing an AirPod can be a costly and frustrating experience, but there’s a powerful tool that can help you avoid such situations: the Find My app. In this guide, I’ll show you how to properly configure your AirPods with the Find My app, ensuring that you can easily locate them in case they go missing. Learn from my experience and secure your AirPods today.
Setting Up AirPods in the Find My App
While I believed I had configured my AirPods with the Find My app, reality proved otherwise. When I attempted to locate my lost 2nd generation AirPods Pro, the app informed me that my headphones weren’t set up with it, leaving me in the dark about their whereabouts. It took me nearly two months to stumble upon my missing AirPod in the least expected place – a closet.
The Find My app, also known as Find My Device, is your primary tool for locating Apple devices, including AirPods. Let’s go through the steps to ensure you set up your AirPods correctly to harness the full potential of the Find My Device feature:
- Access Settings on Your iPhone or Control Center: Open your iPhone’s Settings or Control Center and navigate to the Bluetooth section.
- Select Your AirPods: Find your AirPods in the list of connected devices and tap the “More Info” button, indicated by the letter “i” next to the device name.
- Activate “Search Network”: On the screen with additional information about your AirPods, enable the “Search Network” option.
If you encounter any issues during this process, make sure to verify the general settings of your AirPods. Ensure they are linked to your iCloud account and have the latest software updates installed. Addressing these factors should help you set up the Search option correctly for your AirPods. Typically, problems arise with a message like “AirPods configuration incomplete.” Tapping on the “How to finish setup” option provides access to Apple’s detailed guide with solutions for this issue.
Final Thoughts
At the end of the day, activating this feature is crucial to safeguard your AirPods from loss. Turn on Find My Device, and double-check that your AirPods are correctly configured.
Remember, the Find My app isn’t limited to AirPods; it works with various Apple devices, including iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and even certain Apple Pencil models. It’s good practice to ensure that all your Apple devices are set up correctly to prevent unexpected mishaps. And, it’s also worth noting that Find My works seamlessly with AirTags.
If you’ve ever gone through the frustration of losing an Apple device, you understand the importance of being prepared. Use this guide as a reminder to maximize the potential of the Find My app and keep your valuable Apple devices safe and sound.