Your AirPods case suddenly stops charging? This is annoying. Other users also complain about this problem from time to time. But don't worry: in this article we'll show you the most common causes and quick solutions.
Why isn't my AirPod charging case charging?
There can be several reasons why your AirPod case can no longer charge. Here we now look at the reasons. Once you've tried all solutions, they should load properly again.
1. Charger or cable is defective
In some cases, the charger (power connector) or cable may be defective. This is more common with cables. See if you have a spare charger and cable at home and try charging the case with them. In many cases this has already resolved the problem. If you don't have either of these at home, you can go to a
2. Change charging method for AirPods with inductive charging option
AirPods from the 2nd generation or Pro can be charged inductively. In this case, you should switch between wired charging and inductive charging to check whether the problem occurs with both variants. If inductive charging works but wired charging does not, there is a problem with the cable. If the wired version works but the inductive version doesn't, there is a problem with the Qi charging pad. If both variants do not work, it is probably hardware damage.
3. Dirt on the socket of the case prevents charging
Examine the socket of the charging case (where the charging cable is plugged in). You can find this at the bottom of the case. It’s not uncommon for dirt to collect there. If the socket is dirty, the case's charging cable will not connect as it should.
So carefully remove the dirt from the socket. Under no circumstances should you use metal objects for this. For example, you can use a wooden toothpick and carefully go into the socket and loosen the dirt. You can also blow into the socket. After cleaning the socket, reconnect the cable and check whether it can now be charged.
While you're cleaning: Here's a short guide on how you can clean your entire charging case and your AirPods. This will extend their lifespan.
4. Update the firmware
Outdated firmware can also be a reason for loading problems. Actually the firmware should update automatically. But still make sure that your AirPods' firmware is up to date. You can check this via the settings on your paired iPhone.
5. Defect
If the charging case still does not charge despite all attempts, it is probably defective. In this case, you should check whether the device is still under warranty and whether the repair costs will be reimbursed or whether you will even get a replacement device.
If this is not the case, you can get here in our online shop original charging cases with a manufacturer's guarantee.
Frequently asked questions
Can you change the AirPods case?
If your AirPods charging case is damaged, you can order a new
What to do if the AirPod case doesn't work?
If your AirPod case isn't working, there are several things you can do:
- Try new charger and new charging cable
- Carefully remove dirt from the socket of the case
- Update firmware
- If the warranty is still running, contact
Apple support - If the case is defective and the warranty is no longer valid, buy a new case
How do I see if AirPod Case is charging?
There are several ways to determine whether your AirPods charging case is charging:
- Light on the charging case
- Battery status displayed on iPhone
- Battery status is displayed in the battery widget
Left AirPod does not charge in the case
If only one AirPod in the case is not charging, first check whether the respective charging contact on the lower part of the AirPod is clean and free of dirt or debris. Also check the charging contact in the charging case. If that doesn't work, reset the AirPods. If charging the left AirPod still doesn't work, it is probably defective. Normally you would then have to buy a new AirPods bundle, as the manufacturer does not sell individual AirPods. That's not exactly cheap. However, you can also purchase individual
How to clean the AirPods Case?
You can wipe this from the outside with a microfiber cloth. If you want, you can moisten the cloth slightly with rubbing alcohol. But this only applies to the outside of the housing. You should only work with a brush inside the charging case. This particularly applies to the sensitive charging contacts. Carefully wipe the inside of the charging case with the brush to remove the dirt.
How long does the AirPods case have to charge?
Depending on the model, the charging case takes approximately 2 hours to be fully charged when connected to a power source via a Lightning cable. After the charging case is fully charged, you can fully charge your AirPods several times before the charging case itself needs to be recharged. The exact number of full charges depends on the capacity of your charging case and your AirPods models.
