Unfortunately, AirPods do not have a physical mute button like some other headphones or microphones. This means that if you want to turn off the microphone on your AirPods, your only option is to power them off completely.
To turn off your AirPods, simply put them back in their charging case and close the lid. This will automatically power them off and disconnect them from your device. The microphone on the AirPods will be inactive while they are powered off, so you can effectively mute yourself during calls or recordings.
I personally find this lack of a dedicated mute button on AirPods to be a bit inconvenient at times. There have been situations where I wanted to quickly mute myself during a call or presentation, but had to fumble with my device to find the mute option instead.
However, there are some workarounds you can try if you frequently need to mute yourself while using AirPods. One option is to use the mute button on your device itself. Most smartphones and computers have a mute option that you can access easily during calls or recordings. This will mute your microphone, regardless of the headphones you are using.
Another option is to use the built-in microphone on your device instead of the AirPods. For example, if you’re on a call and want to mute yourself, you can simply switch the audio input to your device’s microphone instead of the AirPods. This can usually be done in the call settings or audio settings of your device.
It’s worth noting that some third-party apps or software may offer additional options for muting the microphone on AirPods or other wireless headphones. These apps can provide more customization and control over your audio settings, so it’s worth exploring if you have specific needs.
While AirPods do not have a physical mute button, you can effectively mute yourself by powering them off or using the mute option on your device. However, it would be more convenient if Apple introduced a dedicated mute button on future AirPods models.