Though most of us use Apple’s AirPods Pro, very few of us really know about some of the clever AirPod Pro controls. In fact, AirPods Pro has been widely popular since its release back in 2019. These in-ear wireless headphones come with various features. They feature active noise cancellation, wireless charging, IPX4 water resistance, and many such interesting features. In addition, they have a battery backup of five hours, which is a standard time for any AirPods. Therefore, AirPods Pro has everything that makes up a commercially successful and attractive product. In fact, since it is Apple’s mid-range product, it is also more or less affordable. As a result, this product by Apple has also seen considerable commercial success.
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However, it frequently happens that we buy a certain device but fail to utilize it to its fullest. This happens mostly due to the lack of proper knowledge about the various aspects of the devices. The same is true for AirPods Pro. Now, you might ask: What more can AirPods have in store? Well, there is much more to the seemingly simple AirPods Pro. In fact, there are certain AirPod Pro controls that can enhance the hearing experience. In order to use those controls, we need to be aware of certain settings that should be used. For iOS, these settings can be accessed by entering the ‘Settings’ option and then selecting ‘Bluetooth’. Similarly, for macOS, you can access these settings from the option ‘System Preferences’ and then select the ‘Bluetooth’ option. However, to access the AirPod Pro controls the AirPods must be connected to your device. If you wish to know more about the settings then continue reading the article.
Varied Clever Airpods Pro Settings
These are a few clever AirPod Pro controls that will enable you to utilize the full benefit of the devices:
A Single Tap to Switch Devices
Airpods Pro enable you to quickly switch between devices, involving just a single tap. In order to do that go to the Control Centre. There you will find the AirPlay button. For further clarity, the AirPlay button is located in the top-right corner of the ‘Now Playing’ window. Clicking the button will show you a list. From that list, you will have to select your Pro and by doing this, you will be able to achieve the target.
Disabling Auto-Switching
An interesting thing happens with your AirPods Pro when you have multiple Apple devices. This interesting fact is that your AirPods will get automatically connected to any previously unconnected Apple device, whenever you play media on it. Well, this is indeed a great feature. However, at times it may become a problem. Therefore, at times you may want to disable that feature. In fact, there is a way to do that. You have to go to the option Connect to This iPhone or Connect to This Mac in the AirPods Pro settings. There, you will have to select “When Last Connected to This iPhone” or “When Last Connected to This Mac”. This will disable the automatic connection.
AirPod Pro controls: Audio Sharing
This is a really cool feature. This feature enables audio sharing to two different devices at once. Therefore, to enable this feature, go to ‘Now Playing’ in Control Centre. Then tap on the option ‘Share Audio’. Hold the AirPods within the case, close to the device, with the lead open. For pairing AirPods Max or Beats wireless headphones, turn on pairing and hold close to the device.
Switching Between Noise Control Modes from Control Center
Follow the simple steps to switch between Noise Control modes:
- Long press or click on the volume slider
- Click on the “Noise Control” option.
- This will show you the three noise control options-“Noise Cancellation,” “Off,” and “Transparency.”
AirPod Pro controls: The Stems
The stems of AirPods Pro contain some controls. Long pressing them can help you switch between the three noise control options. Apart from that, quick presses also have varied functions like:
- A single press to play or pause music
- One singular press to receive or disconnect calls.
- Double-press for skipping forward.
- Triple-press for skipping back.
Charging Indicator
The charging case of AirPods Pro is wireless. In fact, the case comes with the devices. To bring up the charging indicator, tap the top of the case, while the case is on the wireless charger. A green light suggests that charging is complete and an orange light indicates that charging is in progress.
Spatial Audio
This feature is a 3D audio experience. In fact, it follows the phone’s movement. Follow the steps to enable the Spatial audio feature:
- Open Control Centre
- Long press the volume slider
- Turn on Spatial Audio from the bottom right
AirPod Pro controls: Ear Tip Fit Test
Another interesting AirPod Pro control is the “Ear Tip Fit Test”. This enables you to select the best fit ear tip for you. In order to use this feature, go through the following steps:
- On iOS, go to the AirPods Pro settings.
- Click on “Ear Tip Fit Test.”
- Tap the “Continue” option.
- Click the play button.
Your AirPods Pro will then play music to test the ear tip fit. If the results are positive, then underneath your AirPods you will see the message “Good Seal”. However, if the results are not satisfactory, you might see the message- “Adjust or Try a Different Ear Tip.”
Pinging AirPods Pro
We frequently tend to lose your AirPods. But with AirPods Pro, you need not to worry. In fact, if you misplace your AirPods Pro, then there is a unique AirPod Pro control that enables you to ping the AirPods. In order to use this feature, do the followings:
- Open Find My.
- Click on the Devices tab.
- Select your AirPods Pro.
- Then Click on “Play Sound”.
- If your AirPods is withing range, iOS will let you know that.
Renaming AirPods
You can set unique names for your AirPods Pro. To use this feature, do the followings:
- Open the AirPod Pro Settings.
- Select the option “Name”.
- Type the name of your choice.
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These are the top AirPod Pro controls that one needs to know to make the most of their AirPods Pro earphones.
