Apple launched the first generation of its AirPods in 2016. Since then these headphones have become so popular that it has even forced the company to speed up its manufacturing processes to stock stores. A second generation of these was also released and later a ‘Pro’ version, but what devices are they compatible with?
iPhone compatible with AirPods
To be able to use 1st and 2nd generation AirPods on an iPhone you must have one of these models:
- Iphone 5s
- Iphone 6
- iPhone 6 Plus
- iPhone 6s
- iPhone 6s Plus
- iPhone SE (1st generation)
- iPhone 7
- iPhone 7 Plus
- iPhone 8
- iPhone 8 Plus
- iPhone X
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
In the case of AirPods Pro we find compatibility for these devices :
- iPhone 6s
- iPhone 6s Plus
- iPhone SE (1st generation)
- iPhone 7
- iPhone 7 Plus
- iPhone 8
- iPhone 8 Plus
- iPhone X
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
Connect some AirPods to an iPhone
Normally, when the AirPods case is opened, an animation automatically appears on the iPhone, but if not, you must follow these steps:
- Open your iPhone Settings.
- Go to Bluetooth and turn it on.
- Open the AirPods case.
- Tap the name of the AirPods that appears on the screen.
iPad compatible with AirPods
This is the list of iPad compatible with 1st and 2nd generation AirPods :
- iPad (5th generation)
- iPad (6th generation)
- iPad (7th generation)
- iPad mini 2
- iPad mini 3
- iPad mini 4
- iPad mini (5th generation)
- iPad Air 2
- iPad Air (3rd generation)
- iPad Pro (all generations)
For AirPods Pro we find these compatible iPads:
- iPad (5th generation)
- iPad (6th generation)
- iPad (7th generation)
- iPad mini 4
- iPad mini (5th generation)
- iPad Air 2
- iPad Air (3rd generation)
- iPad Pro (all generations)
Connect some AirPods to an iPad
The process to connect these headphones to an iPad is identical to that of an iPhone, bone, following these steps:
- Open your iPad Settings.
- Go to Bluetooth and turn it on.
- Open the AirPods case.
- Tap the name of the AirPods that appears on the screen.
Mac compatible with AirPods
Both 1st and 2nd generation AirPods and AirPods Pro are compatible with the following Mac models:
- MacBook (12 inches)
- MacBook Air (mid 2012 and later)
- MacBook Pro (mid 2012 and later)
- iMac (late 2012 and later)
- iMac Pro
- Mac mini (late 2012 and later)
- Mac Pro (late 2013 and later)
Connect some AirPods on Mac
To connect any range of Apple headphones to a computer with macOS you must follow these steps:
- Go to System Preferences on your Mac.
- Tap on Bluetooth and make sure it’s on.
- Open the AirPods case.
- Tap Connect next to the icon and name of the AirPods.
Other Apple devices
There are some other devices on the block that are also compatible with AirPods:
- Apple Watch Series 1
- Apple Watch Series 2
- Apple Watch Series 3
- Apple Watch Series 4
- Apple Watch Series 5
- iPod touch (7th generation)
- Apple TV HD
- Apple TV 4K
Android Compatible AirPods
Despite the fact that some features such as the voice commands of “Hey Siri” or the haptic touches on the AirPods Pro will be disabled, there are many Android smartphones and tablets compatible with these headphones. The requirements are that these are more or less recent and have bluetooth connectivity. To connect them go to the Settings and then to the Bluetooth section of these and verify that it is activated, open the case of the AirPods and connect them as if it were any other Bluetooth equipment.
AirPods on Windows PC
Something fundamental to keep in mind is that the computer you have must have Windows 10 as the operating system and have Bluetooth technology to connect AirPods. You must follow these steps to connect them:
- Go to Settings on your computer.
- Go to Devices and in the sidebar click on “Bluetooth and other devices”.
- Now tap on “Add Bluetooth or another device”.
- Now go to Bluetooth.
- Open the AirPods box.
- Click connect.
Problems connecting them
In case that with any of the devices mentioned above you have had any problem connecting AirPods, you must restart them. To do this, the headphones must be in the case and then you must press the button on the back of the case for about 10-15 seconds until the light starts flashing. At that time you can link them to any team without problems.