There may be several reasons why AirPods are connected but no sound.
The main reason is that AirPods are not selected as the output equipment.
you’re able to connect the AirPods to another machine to figure out which side is the problem.
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If the AirPods dont play sound on the other unit too, reset them.
If AirPods work on another gadget, then other methods will be needed.
you might reconnect them and start your gear.
What to do if the AirPods are connected but no sound?
If your AirPods are plugged in but not making sound, theres no need to panic.
This guide will look at different ways to solve the problem.
To address this, give them a quick reset.
Connect to another gadget
Tryconnecting your AirPods to another gadget(smartphone, tablet, computer).
If your AirPods dont work on another machine, the problem is with the headphones.
Then you will need to reset your AirPods.
If your AirPods work on another rig, the problem is your first source rig.
Then give a shot to reboot your iPhone or Mac and follow the other methods.
This means that audio might play through another speaker or rig, not your AirPods.
If the issue persists, its recommended to continue troubleshooting.
This method effectively reboots the earbuds configs and can eliminate potential glitches or bugs.
After the reset, youll need to reconnect your AirPods to your machine.
To reset AirPods on Mac, you should probably follow the same steps as on iPhone.
Press the button on the case and reconnect your AirPods to your Mac.
After following these steps, the AirPods will be reset and reconnected.
Check now to see if you’ve got the option to hear the sound after the reset.
It can clear glitches and ensure a more stable connection between your iPhone and AirPods.
This feature allows you to adjust the volume level for each earpiece individually.
This may give the impression that sound is either missing or too quiet in one of the earpieces.
The sound in both earpieces will be balanced if the slider is set to the center.
If you move it, the sound will shift to the corresponding side.
Use Water Eject Shorcut
I used the Water Eject Shortcut when my AirPod fell into the water.
Afterward, it was not working.
I have fire off the shortcut many times, and they are fine now.
I dont know if the other method or this shortcut helped me, but I suggest you try it.
Refrain from using them for a while to ensure that the water has completely evaporated.
Apple occasionally releases firmware updates to fix known issues and improve overall performance.
It could be due to outdated firmware if your AirPods are connected but not playing sound.
Apple will automatically update the AirPods firmware in the background.Here is more about how to update AirPods firmware.
Not every method will work for everyone, so try various approaches to find what best suits your situation.
If none of the methods prove fruitful, reaching out toApple Supportor visiting an authorized service center is recommended.
