Airpods pro connecting to Mac and iphone.

By Siobhan, 23 July, 2024

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Apple Hardware and Compatible Accessories

I just got the airpods pro and haven't even set up the spacial audio, but that's a story for another time. When I connected them for the first time, the phone picked them up right off. Cool, I thought, now let's do the Mac, then I can use them with it like i used to do with my other airpods. Note that one of them is dead and somewhere? Around here. ;) Here's my question. If i'm watching TV on my phone, slip my Airpods in, it connects to the phone. If I press the toggle button, it acts like they're connected but they're still outputting audio from the phone. I want the Mac. Is there a way to fix this? Thanks

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By Holger Fiallo on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 - 11:09

Mac
Make sure your Mac has the latest version of macOS. Then, open the AirPods case, place the AirPods inside, and hold the case next to your Mac. Press and hold the setup button on the back of the case for about five seconds, or until the status light flashes white. On your Mac, go to the Apple menu, then System Settings, and click Bluetooth. In the list of devices, hover over your AirPods and click Connect. If your AirPods are already set up with your iPhone and your Mac is signed in to iCloud with the same Apple ID, they might be ready to use with your Mac.

By Siobhan on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 - 01:25

I appreciate the steps. Yes it is signed in, yes i have the latest version. I'm just confused as if I want them to connect to the Mac, while the phone has something, they go phone first. I'll figure it out. Thanks for your help.

By Holger Fiallo on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 - 09:50

Works well with phone and iPad 9. When I watch a video or listen to music. VO comes clear.

By Justin Harris on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 - 10:58

Thanks for that app suggestion. I think a lot of us have struggled with this. Good to know for if I'm ever able to get my hands on a mac again.