Should I report stolen AirPods?

If your AirPods are stolen, you should take the following steps: Report the theft to the police: Provide as much information as possible, including the serial number, which can be found on the original packaging or your Apple account.

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What happens if you report your AirPods stolen?

Unfortunately, Apple Warranty or AppleCare+ do not cover lost and stolen AirPods. So, to replace missing AirPods, you will need to purchase a new pair from Apple. However, you don't need to buy a new pair just yet! There are still ways you can get your AirPods back.

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Can someone report AirPods stolen?

If you misplace your AirPods (3rd generation), AirPods Pro (1st generation), or AirPods Max, you can mark your AirPods as lost and create a message that provides your contact information.

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Can you track AirPods if someone else connected to them?

When using Bluetooth (through the ''Find My'' function's ''Play Sound'' feature on your iPhone), AirPods emit a ringing noise to signal their specific location. You will also be able to locate your AirPods if somebody else is connected to them.

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How far can AirPods be tracked if stolen?

"Track" the AirPods? If they're lost, then the distance from you doesn't matter. If you mean how far they can be from the device used to supply their signal, then that is the standard Bluetooth distance which is about 40 feet (10 meters).

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Can Someone Use My Stolen AirPods?

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Can the police track stolen AirPods?

While the police cannot track your stolen AirPods, you can by using the “Find My” app and can then share the location with the police.

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Can AirPods be tracked if turned off?

Nonetheless, Find My AirPods only works when the AirPods are outside the case and able to emit Bluetooth signals. So, if they get turned off or run out of battery, their location won't update, making it difficult to track their exact location at any point in time.

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What do you do if you find someone's AirPods?

Hello ~ The best thing to do is turn them in to your local law enforcement department. The owners are most likely to check there.

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How do I reset my stolen AirPods?

How to Factory Reset Your AirPods Without a Phone
  1. Place both AirPods into the charging case. Open the lid. ...
  2. Locate the Setup button on the back of your AirPods case. Locate reset button.
  3. Press and hold the Setup button for 15 seconds. The status light should change from flashing amber to white. ...
  4. Close the lid.

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Can someone else's AirPods track my location?

Note: If people use your AirPods (3rd generation), AirPods Pro (all generations), or AirPods Max with multiple Apple IDs, only the person who turned on the Find My network can see them in the Find My app. You may also get an alert if someone else's AirPods are traveling with you.

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How do I remove previous owner from AirPods?

How to remove AirPods or another Find My network device from an Apple ID on Mac
  1. Open the Find My app.
  2. Select the Devices tab.
  3. Select the device that you want to remove.
  4. On the map, click the More Info button .
  5. Click Remove This Device.

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Can stolen AirPods be deactivated?

Unfortunately, there's no way you can block your lost or stolen AirPods from getting used by another person. The AirPods do not connect to Wi-Fi, which means you cannot remotely control them or lock them.

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Can stolen AirPods be tracked after reset?

Unfortunately, the answer is No. You cannot track your AirPods Pro once reset. Although Apple introduced the 'Find My AirPods' feature, it won't work when someone steals and resets your AirPods Pro. Not only AirPods Pro but all other AirPods also cannot be tracked after being reset.

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Can the owner of AirPods find them?

In order for the AirPods owner to attempt to locate them, they need to be charged, not in their charging case, or have been reset. One other option would be for you to enable "Find My Network" on your iPhone (if you have one, it would be enabled by default).

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Do AirPods still show location when dead?

Because the AirPods are out of battery, it won't be able to transmit the signal needed to display its location. However, you can still use the Find My app to find its last known location and place it in Lost Mode in case it's found by someone else.

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Can you remove AirPods from someone else's Apple ID?

Using the Find My app: Once in pairing range: Tap AirPods > Remove This Device > Remove. Using iCloud: On iCloud.com: Find My > All Devices > AirPods > Remove from Account > Remove. You can't remove AirPods from someone else's Apple ID. Only the owner of the Apple ID can remove them.

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Why does it say AirPods detected near me?

This alert will display only if a set of AirPods or a Find My network accessory is detected near you, not an AirTag. These could be borrowed AirPods, or AirPods inadvertently left behind by a friend or family member.

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How do I Find My lost AirPods that are offline and dead in my house?

Use Find My App to Determine the Last Known Location of Your AirPods, Even If They're Dead and Offline. If you lost your AirPods while still charged, you can easily find their current location using the Find My app on your iPhone.

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Can you find your AirPods in long distance?

You can turn on the Find My network to see the location of some AirPods models even when they're out of range from your device. If the Find My network is turned off (or if your AirPods don't support the Find My network), the Find My app shows the last time and place they were connected. See Turn on the Find My network.

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How long can you locate AirPods?

If your AirPods Max are in their case, your iPhone can find them for up to 18 hours. If they're outside of the smart case, you'll have 72 hours to connect to them and trigger the sound. After finding your AirPods, take a few minutes to ensure that you can find your iPhone should you ever lose it.

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How do I reset my stolen AirPods?

How to Factory Reset Your AirPods Without a Phone
  1. Place both AirPods into the charging case. Open the lid. ...
  2. Locate the Setup button on the back of your AirPods case. Locate reset button.
  3. Press and hold the Setup button for 15 seconds. The status light should change from flashing amber to white. ...
  4. Close the lid.

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Can you track the exact location of AirPods?

If you've misplaced your AirPods earbuds along with the case, launch the Find My app and select your AirPods in the "Devices" list. Tap Find. It should say "Nearby" underneath if the Precision Finding feature is available.

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