Why Your AirPods Are Not Disconnecting When In The Case?

Since I got my hands on my AirPods, I have been hooked. I love listening to my playlist and audiobooks on the go. However, as much as I love using my AirPods, I have noticed a situation where they do not disconnect even when I reinsert them into the case.

Does that mean my AirPods are as clingy to my phone as I am to them? That’s what I used to think. However, some technical issues and glitches contributed to this problem. What are they, and how can you fix them? Continue reading to learn more about it.

AirPods Not Disconnecting When In The Case#

Connected Through Bluetooth With Multiple Devices#

If your AirPods are connected to multiple Bluetooth devices, such as your Mac, iPhone, and iPad, disconnect them from those devices, and this problem should be resolved.

Dirty AirPods Or AirPod Case#

Your AirPods are prone to these issues, which is why dirty AirPods or the AirPods case can also lead to this problem. If you see that your AirPods are not disconnecting even when they are in the case, then you should clean both the AirPods and the case with a gentle cloth. 

Software Issues#

I know you’re tired of seeing this point everywhere, but it can be a reason why your AirPods aren’t disconnecting even when they’re in the case. Whenever I encounter a problem like this, I always check for software updates on my iPhone. You should also check our guide for when they keep disconnecting from your laptop and also from your iPhone.

Dropped the AirPods Case#

One time, I dropped my AirPods Case and my life flashed before my eyes. No, nothing much happened, but my AirPods didn’t disconnect when I tucked them back into the case. After this problem persisted, I performed a factory reset on them, and they returned to normal.

How To Solve This Problem?#

Two simple methods can easily solve this problem. 

• First, you go to the Bluetooth settings of your iPad, iPhone, or Mac. 
• Then, go to Paired Devices and click on your AirPods.
• Finally, select ‘Forget this device’. This will solve the problem. However, you will need to reconnect with your devices again to use your AirPods flexibly.

Another method is to do a factory reset of your AirPods. Press the setup button on the back of your AirPods case. The flash in the front should change from white to amber, indicating that the factory reset is done. Once it’s done, you can close the AirPods case and attempt to reconnect it to your device.

However, if the above two solutions do not work, you will need to seek professional help. Although the above two options have saved me many times, the problem may be more significant, requiring the attention of professionals. Fortunately, AppleCare can ensure that this situation is resolved quickly.

Final Thoughts#

So, I realized now that my AirPods were not the issue at all, but instead had some underlying problems. Although not significant, they needed to be addressed to save your time and mental exhaustion, which often accompanies it.

Mainly, these were all the reasons why my AirPods not disconnecting in the case, but my friends have also shared a few other situations where this happens. For example, if the lid is not closed correctly, or the case or AirPods are dead. Yes, in situations like those, it might be that your AirPods not disconnecting in the case.

However, I have stated how to fix them, so it should not be a problem. Yet, if you cannot do it on your own, then seek professional help to minimize risks and ensure it is done properly.

Frequently Asked Questions#