AirPods or AirPods Case Not Charging? How to Fix!

While Apple AirPods are truly the best true wireless earbuds available in the market, they can also experience some glitches. And one of the most common issues is AirPods case not charging. In some case, one of the earbuds stops charging. So, in this guide, we have detailed the best methods to fix if your AirPods case is not charging. On that note, let’s begin.

1. Remove and Reinsert the Charging Cable

If your AirPods case is not charging, try removing and reinserting the charging cable into the lightning port of the case. When you reinsert the charging cable, the charging light should appear. You can also use your iPhone to check the charging status of both AirPods and the case. If this doesn’t solve the issue, repeat the process twice or thrice before moving to the next method.

2. Try Another Lightning Cable or Adapter

So you tried removing and reinserting the charging cable, but the issue persists. To confirm that the lightning port on the AirPods case is not malfunctioning, try using another lightning cable or adapter, or you can also use a wireless charging pad. And if this method, too, does not solve the issue of AirPods case not charging, try cleaning the charging port.

3. Clean the Lightning Port

The charging port on your AirPods can easily accumulate dust and debris, resulting in an improper connection between the charging port and the lightning cable. The solution? Cleaning the charging port to remove dust using the right tools. You can refer to our detailed guide on how to clean the charging port on your iPhone and apply the same methods here as well.

4. Reset Your AirPods

If your AirPods case is still not charging, you can try to reset it. Resetting your AirPods will only remove your AirPods from the paired device while keeping all the settings intact. And if you need assistance in resetting your AirPods, check out our guide on how to reset AirPods.

5. Update Your AirPods

You can update the AirPods to the latest firmware version if the case is not charging. Updating your AirPods to the latest firmware might help resolve the charging issue. AirPods update automatically when connected to an iPhone while the case is charging. For detailed steps, refer to our article on how to update your AirPods.

If you believe that your AirPods case is charging but AirPods still show low battery when you take them out, we have got your back. Below, we have detailed a list of methods if your AirPods are not charging.

6. Remove and Reinsert AirPods in the Case

The easiest way to fix the charging issue is to remove one AirPod and reinsert it into the charging case, close the lid, and open it again. To ensure both the AirPods are charging, check if the charging light blinks or use the paired iPhone to view the battery level and indicator.

7. Charge the AirPods Case

There needs to be sufficient battery in the charging case to charge the AirPods. A flat battery on the charging case could be the reason why your AirPods are not charging. You will see an amber light on the AirPods case when you remove AirPods from it, indicating that the battery level on the case is low. And if no light shows up, the battery on the case is dead. Try placing AirPods inside the case and then charge both AirPods and the case together until they are good to go.

8. Clean the Charging Connectors and AirPods

Like the charging port, dust and debris can also accumulate on the AirPods charging connectors inside the case, which can disrupt the connection between the charging case and the AirPods. Use a dry cotton swab to clean the charging connectors inside the case gently, then reinsert the AirPods.

Sometimes, the charging case won’t detect the AirPods if the charging connectors on the AirPods are dirty. To solve this issue, carefully clean your AirPods, and the problem will probably be resolved.

9. Contact Apple Support

Tried everything, and your AirPods or the charging case still won’t charge? There is a high chance of dead battery or physical damage on your AirPods. In that case, we suggest you visiting an Apple Support Center for a possible solution.