Can I customize AirPods Pro?

Answered by Willie Powers

You can definitely customize your AirPods Pro! One of the ways you can do this is by customizing the settings that are available when you press and hold the button on the AirPod stem.

To customize these settings, you’ll need to go to the Bluetooth settings on your iPhone or iPad that is paired with your AirPods Pro. Once there, find the AirPods Pro in the list of available devices and tap on the “i” icon next to it. This will take you to the settings for your AirPods Pro.

In the AirPods Pro settings, you’ll see an option called “Press and Hold AirPods” with a dropdown menu. Tap on this option to see the different settings you can choose from.

The default setting is “Noise Control,” which allows you to switch between Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode by pressing and holding the AirPod stem. This is a great option if you frequently switch between these two modes and want quick access to them.

However, if you prefer a different setting, you can choose from two other options: “Siri” and “Off.”

If you choose “Siri,” pressing and holding the AirPod stem will activate Siri on your connected device. This can be useful if you frequently use Siri for tasks like sending messages, making calls, or playing music.

If you choose “Off,” pressing and holding the AirPod stem will have no effect. This can be a good option if you find yourself accidentally triggering the AirPods Pro controls and prefer to have a more streamlined experience.

It’s worth mentioning that customizing the press and hold settings is a device-specific feature. This means that if you pair your AirPods Pro with multiple devices, you’ll need to customize the settings on each device individually.

In addition to customizing the press and hold settings, you can also customize other aspects of your AirPods Pro experience. For example, you can adjust the equalizer settings for your AirPods Pro to fine-tune the sound to your preferences. To do this, go to the Music app on your iPhone or iPad, play a song, and tap on the “Equalizer” icon. From there, you can choose from a variety of presets or create a custom equalizer setting.

Furthermore, you can also customize the name of your AirPods Pro, as well as enable or disable features like Automatic Ear Detection and Announce Messages with Siri. To access these settings, go to the Bluetooth settings on your device, tap on the “i” icon next to your AirPods Pro, and you’ll see these options.

There are several ways to customize your AirPods Pro. You can customize the settings for the press and hold function, adjust the equalizer settings, customize the name, and enable or disable various features. These customization options allow you to tailor your AirPods Pro experience to your personal preferences and make the most out of your wireless earbuds.