A Guide To Wireless Charging On Your AirPods Pro

Wireless charging has become a beloved feature of many of the latest devices, and the AirPods Pro is no exception. Thanks to wireless charging, you can easily keep your AirPods Pro charged without worrying about pesky plugs or cables. But how exactly does wireless charging on the AirPods Pro work?

To charge your AirPods Pro, place the case on a wireless charger and make sure it’s properly aligned. Once the case is in place, an LED indicator on the front will display an amber light to indicate that charging has begun and a green light when the case is fully charged.

If that sounds easy, it’s because it is! Wireless charging is a breeze. But there are some important things to be aware of as you get started with this new technology. So, let’s take a look at everything you need to know about charging your AirPods Pro wirelessly.

Do AirPods Pro Have Wireless Charging?

Wireless charging is a feature of the AirPods Pro (on Amazon) that allows you to charge your earbuds without using a charging cable. The AirPods Pro comes with a wireless charging case, which means you can charge your earbuds by placing them in the case and setting it down on a compatible wireless charger.

Wireless charging is a great convenience, but it’s not always necessary. 

If you’re using your AirPods Pro regularly, you may want to charge the case with a Lightning cable, so that you don’t have to worry about running out of power.

However, wireless charging is an excellent option if you’re only using your AirPods Pro occasionally or want the freedom to charge them without being tethered to a cable.

How to Use Wireless Charging for Your AirPods Pro

After using your AirPods Pro for a while, you’ll hear a tone signaling that they’re running low on battery. You’ll hear another tone just before your AirPods Pro go dead. To charge your AirPods Pro, simply put them in the wireless charging case.

The case can charge the earbuds several times before needing to be recharged itself. To charge the case, simply place it on a Qi-compatible charging mat and leave it there until the LED indicator on the front of the case shows that it’s fully charged with a green light. 

You can charge the case with or without the earbuds inside, so if you need to use the earbuds for a while, you can leave the case to charge on its own. Assuming you’re using the default settings, a pair of AirPods Pro will last for about 4.5 hours of listening time before needing to be recharged.

With the charging case, you can get 24 hours of listening time before needing to recharge the earbuds and the case.

Is Wireless Charging More Efficient Than Wired Charging?

Wireless charging is generally slower than wired charging. It can take several hours to charge the earbuds and case wirelessly, whereas it would only take around an hour to charge them using a Lightning cable.

However, wireless charging is much more convenient. You don’t have to worry about carrying around a charging cable or finding a place to plug it in.

You can simply set the case down on a wireless charger and forget about it until it’s time to use the earbuds again. The good thing is that charging the earbuds for 15 minutes can give you three hours of listening time, so if you’re in a hurry, you can charge them quickly and be on your way.

Is a Wireless Charger More Expensive Than a Wired Charger?

A wireless charger is typically more expensive than a wired charger. However, the cost of a wireless charger has come down significantly in recent years. You can now find wireless chargers for less than $20. One of the best — and cheapest — options is the FutureCharger (on Amazon).

If you’re looking for a high-quality wireless charger, you can expect to pay around $50. The AirPods Pro comes with a Qi-certified Wireless Charging Case, so you don’t need to buy a separate case, but you have to purchase a Qi-certified Wireless Charging Mat if you want to use wireless charging.

How to Check the Battery Life of Your AirPods Pro

You can check the battery life of your AirPods Pro by opening the case near your iPhone and looking at the widget on the Today view. The widget will show you the battery life of both the earbuds and the case. Alternatively, you can wait for the AirPods to make a low-battery sound at 10%.

If you want more detailed information, you can go to the Battery section in the Settings app. The Battery section will show you how much power each earbud has, as well as an estimate of how long they’ll last before needing to be recharged.

Is Wireless Charging Safe?

Wireless charging is safe, and it has no health risks. The earbuds and case are designed to work with Qi-certified chargers, so you don’t have to worry about damaging them.

Wireless charging won’t damage your AirPods Pro. However, if you’re using a third-party wireless charger, there’s a chance that it could damage the earbuds or case. 

We recommend only using Qi-certified chargers with your AirPods Pro, and the official Apple MagSafe Charger (on Amazon) is always a safe bet.

If your AirPods Pro get wet, they can still be charged wirelessly. However, we recommend drying them off as much as possible before placing them in the charging case.