To enable touch controls on your AirPods, you’ll need to follow these steps:
1. Start by opening the settings on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
2. Scroll down and tap on “Bluetooth” to access your device’s Bluetooth settings.
3. In the list of devices, locate your AirPods and tap on the “More Info” button next to them. This will open the settings specific to your AirPods.
4. Within the AirPods settings, you’ll see an option called “Press and Hold AirPods.” Tap on this option to customize the touch controls.
5. You’ll be presented with two options: Left or Right. Choose the AirPod that you want to customize the touch controls for by tapping on it.
6. After selecting the AirPod, you’ll see a list of available actions that can be assigned to the touch controls. Make sure that the “Noise Control” option is selected.
7. Now, you can select the specific noise control modes that you want to use with the press and hold gesture. Tap on the two or three modes that you prefer.
8. Once you’ve made your selections, you can exit the settings and start using the touch controls on your AirPods.
With the touch controls enabled, you can now perform various actions by tapping and holding on your AirPods. The specific actions will depend on the noise control modes you have chosen. For example, if you have selected “Noise Cancellation” and “Transparency” as your noise control modes, you can switch between them by pressing and holding on your AirPods.
It’s worth noting that these touch controls can make it easier and more convenient to control your AirPods without having to rely on your device. Experiment with different noise control modes to find the ones that suit your preferences and needs the best.
Personal Experience:
As an AirPods user myself, I find the touch controls to be incredibly useful. Being able to customize the actions performed by tapping and holding on my AirPods has made it much more convenient for me to switch between noise cancellation and transparency modes. Whether I’m in a noisy environment and want to block out the surrounding sounds or need to be aware of my surroundings, I can easily toggle between these modes without reaching for my device.
Enabling touch controls on your AirPods adds an extra level of convenience and flexibility to your listening experience. Give it a try and see how it enhances your usage of the AirPods!