December 29, 2022

how you clean airpods

Everyone enjoys a good podcast or playlist from AirPods. What we don’t like is the sticky gunk that builds up over time on these little wonders. And it’s not just about aesthetics. Earwax, dirt, and grease that collect on AirPods puts the ear canal at risk of infection. Fortunately, AirPods have been around for a long time now to improve the way of spreading the virus. This includes the case! This article will tell you how you clean airpods.

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These instructions from Apple apply to AirPods and AirPods Pro.

First, a list of things not to do:

Do not use water or immerse any part of the device in water.
Do not clean AirPods with sharp or abrasive objects.

Do not use toxic cleaners on the mesh area of the speaker. It is good to use them carefully on the surface.

Do not insert anything into the charging port, as this may damage the metal charging contacts.

Cleaning supplies: You’ll need a dry swab, a soft cloth, a lint-free cloth (such as a microfiber cloth), and a bottle of 70% isopropyl alcohol (aka rubbing alcohol), available at any drug store.

How you clean AirPods:

Use a soft cotton swab to clean the mesh of the speaker and microphone.
Some books say that you use a special tool, like a pin or a stylus, but Apple advises against this. Whether you choose a swab or a tool, gently remove earwax from the edge of the compound.

Do not hit the speaker with a tool. It will be a mess.
Use the cloth to gently remove dirt and grime from other AirPods.
If you used something that could stain or damage the AirPods (such as shampoos, perfumes, detergents or acidic foods), you should move on.
Wet a clean cloth thoroughly with water and gently clean the affected areas.

Then, dry them with a dry cloth.
Do not use AirPods or put them on the charger until they are completely dry.
The AirPods Pro also have a silicone design that covers the earcups, which also need to be cleaned.
Remove them, and rinse the tips with water.

Do not use any type of bleach or detergent.
Wipe them dry, and put them back in only when they are completely dry.

How to clean the AirPods case:

Using a dry cloth, gently clean the charging case. If it really needs an extra touch, add a little isopropyl alcohol to the cloth and clean. Or use a disinfectant.

Do not put liquid in the charging port.

Do not put the AirPods in the case until they are completely dry.
If the power connector has any kind of debris, use a soft brush, such as an old toothbrush, that is clean and dry to gently clean it.