Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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How to Pair Any AirPods Pro to an iPhone
If Your AirPods Pro Are New
Unlock your iPhone.
Turn Bluetooth on if it isn't already.
Leave both AirPods Pro inside the charging case.
Open the charging case lid.
Hold the case next to your iPhone.
Wait for the AirPods setup animation to appear.
Tap Connect.
Follow the on-screen instructions to finish setup.

Your AirPods Pro are now paired and ready to use.

If the Setup Screen Doesn't Appear
Open the charging case lid with both AirPods inside.
Press and hold the Setup button on the back of the case until the status light flashes white.
On your iPhone, go to:
Settings
Bluetooth
Under Other Devices, tap your AirPods Pro.
Wait for them to connect.
If Your AirPods Pro Were Connected to Another Device
Place both AirPods in the charging case.
Open the lid.
Press and hold the setup button until the light flashes white.
Pair them again using the steps above.
If Your AirPods Pro Still Won't Pair
Make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
Charge the AirPods and charging case.
Restart your iPhone.
Move the AirPods closer to your iPhone.
Reset the AirPods Pro and try pairing again.
Make sure the AirPods aren't already connected to another nearby Apple device.

This method works with AirPods Pro (1st generation) and AirPods Pro (2nd generation). #airpodspro

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