You can pair all AirPods to any iPhone model beginning with iPhone 6s. [1] X Research source If you haven’t charged your AirPods, you’ll want to charge them for at least 15 minutes before trying to connect them to your iPhone.
If you’re using AirPods Max, just remove them from the Smart Case and press the noise control button on the top of the right headphone. [2] X Research source
Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your AirPods to work with Siri if prompted.
After pairing your AirPods to your iPhone, your AirPods will automatically pair to any other Apple device you log into with the same Apple ID.
If you’re using AirPods Max, press and hold the noise control button on the top of the right headphone until you’re prompted to connect. [4] X Research source If your iPhone’s screen is locked, be sure to unlock it and make sure you’re looking at the Home screen.
Open the Settings app and tap Bluetooth. Turn Bluetooth off and then back on. Tap your AirPods in the list of available devices. [5] X Research source Tap Connect and follow the on-screen instructions.
AirPods Max: Press and hold the digital crown and noise control buttons at the same time, and immediately release when the light flashes amber. AirPods and AirPods Pro: Close the lid of the charging case, wait 15 seconds, and then open the lid. Press and hold the button on the case for 10 seconds or until the status light flashes white.
Open your iPhone’s Settings app. Tap General near the top. Tap Software Update. If an update is available, follow the on-screen instructions to install it.
AirPods Max: Press and hold the digital crown and noise control buttons at the same time, and continue holding until the light flashes white. AirPods and AirPods Pro: Close the lid of the charging case for 30 seconds. Open the lid. Open the Settings app and go to Bluetooth. [6] X Research source Tap the small “i” in a circle next to your AirPods in the Bluetooth device list. Tap Forget This Device and then tap again to confirm. Press and hold the button on your AirPods case or the noise control button on AirPods Max until the light flashes white. Return to the Home screen and pair your AirPods.