v0.4.1 Beta
This is a Beta version, if you get any questions or bugs while using it, please feel free to open an issue to let us know.
📜 Change log
- Supported AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C). (#91, thanks @MrBeanCpp).
- Added
zh_TWtranslation. (#89, thanks @PeterDaveHello) - Fixed entering the invisible debug tab in
SettingsWindows. (#78)
✅ Checksum
AirPodsDesktop-0.4.1-win32.exe
| Algorithm | Hash |
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| MD5 | 4647374705720db56e875c353a927f4a |
| SHA1 | 82c0772969b93b841e2e42bba31e3b8ff7e56bf4 |
| SHA256 | 68f1e4e9aa170bc28f94c4649ea23db2518e163af262db9fc0c0c18c730f6f7a |
v0.4.0 Beta
This is a Beta version, if you get any questions or bugs while using it, please feel free to open an issue to let us know.
📜 Change log
- New Feature: Display battery on taskbar.
- Supported AirPods Pro 2. (#46)
- Supported Beats Fit Pro. (#40)
- Initial support for AirPods Max. (#26)
(Only proper device detection. AirPods Max works with a different logic than the other AirPods (AirPods Max is all-in-one), this version may not display its information correctly. Full support will be included in future releases) - Added Japanese (#39), Russian (#36) and French (#56) translations. Thanks @ryuuta0217, @osk115 and @aetrnm.
If you want to translate this program into more languages, please see issue #18. - Display device name without » — Find My».
- Other minor improvements.
I apologize for the long delay for this release.
✅ Checksum
AirPodsDesktop-0.4.0-win32.exe
| Algorithm | Hash |
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| MD5 | c25b12e4f1f1e0a5d9586357544f890a |
| SHA1 | 2eba3487cd00ad028cbb6be9fe74b4e5a08e6623 |
| SHA256 | c94a70e6b53de02424baf813b90c25396b168873eb9100349152d0f1a38e4e6a |
v0.3.2 Beta
This is a Beta version, if you get any questions or bugs while using it, please feel free to open an issue to let us know.
📜 Change log
- Added German (#21) and Korean (#25) translations, improved Simplified Chinese translation.
If you want to translate this program into more languages, please see issue #18. - Fixed high CPU usage when the feature «low audio latency» is enabled but no audio output device is available. (#20)
- Fixed the font of the battery on tray icon.
- Fixed no output if launched from console.
- Added a list of third-party libraries and a text for crediting translators to «About» tab.
- Quit if the user clicks «Download Manually» when updating. (#19)
- Logs are no longer rotated by size to generate new files, always truncating the contents of the old one.
- Other minor improvements.
🎆 Happy Lunar New Year!
✅ Checksum
AirPodsDesktop-0.3.2-win32.exe
| Algorithm | Hash |
|---|---|
| MD5 | 8895ba5e4f3d8b32354dc284c489029b |
| SHA1 | 5a4c3b2912f1c086fe3305d51ea95c2b18d872c1 |
| SHA256 | 001b813ba8df0addc390b912803e35db7b04ba36ba49a2762289f5188c481106 |
v0.3.1 Beta
This is a Beta version, if you get any questions or bugs while using it, please feel free to open an issue to let us know.
📜 Change log
- Implemented i18n, added Simplified Chinese translation.
If you want to translate this program into other languages, please see issue #18. - Fallback to model name if a possibly incorrect device name is detected. (#15)
- Added anti-aliasing to the corners of MainWindow. (#13)
- Removed the feature «reduce loud sounds», because it works differently than on iOS.
- Fixed launch failure on systems with non-English username. (#14)
- Fixed the problem that the program cannot exit normally after launching when Bluetooth is not available.
- Fixed the tray message shown on first use.
- Write stack trace log file if assertion is triggered.
- Other minor improvements and fixes.
✅ Checksum
AirPodsDesktop-0.3.1-win32.exe
| Algorithm | Hash |
|---|---|
| MD5 | 985d1f5557d476001c9c3b7b2637fc7e |
| SHA1 | 54397ec0359ff397f4a3447b8a5eedf7870edacd |
| SHA256 | 2f7dcaffc69020a5765d09c34fe88fe1eadfa3a64a5e27e6a48888f5256cf4c3 |
v0.3.0 Beta
This is a Beta version, if you get any questions or bugs while using it, please feel free to open an issue to let us know.
📜 Change log
- Supported AirPods 3. (#12)
- Allow displaying the battery value on the tray icon, you can enable this feature in the settings. (#9)
- Allow to silently notify new versions through tray icon.
- Improved AirPods state update logic, now it responds faster to changes in state.
- Redesigned the SettingsWindow.
- Fixed the process cannot be fully exited when LowAudioLatency is enabled.
- Fixed some minor problems of animation playing.
- Other minor improvements and fixes.
✅ Checksum
AirPodsDesktop-0.3.0-win32.exe
| Algorithm | Hash |
|---|---|
| MD5 | 0075f1d01ae184e5bbf5f8ed5c3e35af |
| SHA1 | 7297ebdaf7c3e09a4900a9672d51e874b12a12ea |
| SHA256 | b1f92ea5740f662c898a5aa5043f9d02d7fb269914a41183ae361d9bbc8475e4 |
v0.2.1 Beta
This is a Beta version, if you get any questions or bugs while using it, please feel free to open an issue to let us know.
📜 Change log
- Added easing curve to InfoWindow.
- Display the actual name of AirPods device on the tray icon title.
- Fixed the crash on launch. (#8)
- Fixed the auto hide of InfoWindow.
- Fixed downloading the new version file not through the system proxy.
- Fixed the progress bar of DownloadWindow.
- Fixed some typos. (#10)
- Refactored some modules.
- Other minor improvements.
✅ Checksum
AirPodsDesktop-0.2.1-win32.exe
| Algorithm | Hash |
|---|---|
| MD5 | b4b984e2c5cce66a559637af2a27ab61 |
| SHA1 | 557599c4e38a23b2e4cc64df2785a1fe9f738aa7 |
| SHA256 | 109deedbf41f80a77d7553cd0ef0fc319231a6b8aa8ea38392afd65e5e35f05b |
v0.2.0 Beta
This is a Beta version, if you get any questions or bugs while using it, please feel free to open an issue to let us know.
🔴 Known issues
- For new users, this version will crash on first launch, please download a temporary fixed version from the CI artifacts. (#8)
And maybe you’ll see a «Bind to AirPods» button every time you launch the temporary fixed version of AirPodsDesktop, this is not expected, click it to make it disappear, it will be fixed in the next release.
📜 Change log
- Implemented the feature «reduce loud sounds».
- Added the ability to bind user’s AirPods device.
- Display the actual name of AirPods device on information window title.
- Enabled high DPI scaling. (#3)
- Fixed the problem of log file writing permission denied. (#2)
- Fixed the problem of randomly pausing media. (#3)
- Fixed the problem of randomly displaying incorrect battery values. (#3)
- Fixed the problem of information window popping up unexpectedly.
- Fixed the problem of information window may not pop up when the AirPods’ lid is opened.
- Fixed slow and random crash on quit.
- Updater will check pre-release if current is pre-release version.
- Other minor fixes and improvements.
✅ Checksum
AirPodsDesktop-0.2.0-win32.exe
| Algorithm | Hash |
|---|---|
| MD5 | 2a9e3bb2fb74f4c4521019972480b65e |
| SHA1 | 86a2dc177606e7a95033aafd63a860da6918e611 |
| SHA256 | 1bd55fecdc4bd7e622dce3cdbc28fcf1ec2b4f8577e52a24ce7a786b8ba7a6c5 |
v0.1.0 Beta
📜 Description
🎉 Release the first version.
This is the first Beta version, if you get any questions or bugs while using it, please feel free to open an issue to let us know.
✅ Checksum
AirPodsDesktop-0.1.0-win32.exe
| Algorithm | Hash |
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| MD5 | 60a9869db8db8c46e6cfc26c0a3e2ea0 |
| SHA1 | d1b4164e844f838873b98487db311f3db85f85ac |
| SHA256 | 40cda49a2873eaa2c3168dd0842435ebc0bcab9418b6cce3742ac73140b83fd0 |
Можно ли использовать AirPods с компьютером Windows 10, 8.1 или Windows 7? Да, можно: достаточно, чтобы компьютер или ноутбук имел Bluetooth адаптер, и он исправно работал — после подключения AirPods их можно будет использовать как наушники с микрофоном.
В этой инструкции подробно о том, как подключить Apple AirPods или AirPods Pro к ПК или ноутбуку, а также о возможных проблемах, с которыми при этом можно столкнуться. В контексте темы может быть полезным: Как подключить любые Bluetooth-наушники к ноутбуку или компьютеру и решить возможные проблемы со звуком, Как подключить и использовать AirPods с Android.
- Процесс подключения AirPods к компьютеру
- Что делать, если Windows не находит AirPods, связь прерывается
- Видео инструкция
Подключение AirPods к компьютеру
Как было отмечено выше, для возможности подключения, ваш компьютер должен быть оборудован Bluetooth, адаптер должен исправно работать и не быть отключен, дальнейшие шаги выглядят следующим образом:
- Переведите AirPods в режим сопряжения. Для этого поместите их в футляр, откройте его, а затем нажмите и удерживайте круглую кнопку на корпусе, пока светодиодный индикатор не замигает белым цветом. Если он не начинает мигать, подождите чуть дольше, не отпуская кнопку: он будет светиться белым, мигнет несколько раз оранжевым, а затем начнет мигать белым.
- Выполните сопряжение AirPods с компьютером. Для этого в Windows 10 зайдите в Параметры (Win+I или значок шестеренки в меню «Пуск») — Устройства — Добавление Bluetooth или другого устройства — Bluetooth, дождитесь, когда в списке появятся AirPods и нажмите по ним, дождитесь завершения подключения.
- В Windows 7 и 8.1 вы можете зайти в Панель управления — Устройства и принтеры — Добавить устройство и так же подключиться к AirPods.
- Включите вывод звука и микрофон от AirPods. В Windows 10 зайдите в Параметры — Система — Звук и убедитесь, что в качестве устройств вывода и ввода установлены AirPods.
- В Windows 7 и 8.1 перейдите в «Устройства записи и воспроизведения» (через правый клик по динамику в области уведомлений) и установите AirPods в качестве устройства по умолчанию для воспроизведения и записи (нажатие правой кнопкой по AirPods — использовать по умолчанию и использовать как устройство связи по умолчанию). В Windows 10 также лучше заглянуть в такой раздел (см. Как открыть устройства записи и воспроизведения Windows 10). В некоторых мессенджерах (например, Skype) выбрать микрофон по умолчанию нужно в настройках самой программы.
Как правило, на этом все настройки заканчиваются — AirPods работают с Windows и каких-либо проблем нет, а повторное подключение обычно происходит автоматически (или без сопряжения, а простым подключением устройства в параметрах устройств). Единственный нюанс — при использовании с iPhone, наушники придется подключать к нему заново.
Возможные проблемы при подключении AirPods и AirPods Pro в Windows 10, 8.1 и Windows 7
Далее — некоторые распространенные проблемы при использовании AirPods на компьютере с Windows и возможные подходы для их решения:
- Bluetooth работает (видит другие устройства), но AirPods не находит — такое бывает со старыми Bluetooth адаптерами (а также дешевыми USB-Bluetooth адаптерами для ПК), либо нередко вызвано драйверами. Попробуйте удалить имеющийся драйвер Bluetooth (в диспетчере устройств удаляем адаптер и ставим отметку «Удалить драйверы этого устройства») и установить его вручную с официального сайта производителя ноутбука. Также, у себя столкнулся с тем, что наоборот, с официальным драйвером наушники не находились, а после его удаления и автоматической установки драйвера самой Windows 10 всё заработало исправно. Если вы не уверены, что Bluetooth исправно работает (а бывает, что у вас отключен адаптер, хотя драйвер установлен и «устройство работает нормально), ознакомьтесь с отдельным руководством: Что делать, если не работает Bluetooth на ноутбуке.
- Связь с AirPods обрывается, прерывистый звук. Здесь опять же можно поэкспериментировать с различными версиями драйверов, пока не найдется стабильный. Иногда помогает отключение экономии электроэнергии для Bluetooth адаптера (заходим в свойства адаптера в диспетчере устройств, на вкладке «Управление электропитанием» отключаем экономию энергии). Также может быть полезным: Звук отстает в Bluetooth наушниках.
Использование AirPods с компьютером — видео
В случае, если при попытке подключить AirPods к ноутбуку или компьютеру у вас что-то работает не так как ожидается, опишите ситуацию, особое внимание обратив на модель ноутбука и Bluetooth-адаптера, возможно, решение найдется.
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Discover AirPodsDesktop, an open-source solution that effortlessly connects your AirPods to a Windows PC, offering features like automatic device switching, spatial audio, and intuitive touch controls.
What is AirPodsDesktop?
AirPodsDesktop is an open-source third-party application that provides Windows users with the ability to connect their AirPods wireless headphones to their computer. It aims to unlock the full potential of AirPods when used with a Windows PC by enabling features that are normally only available when AirPods are connected to Apple devices.
Some of the key features provided by AirPodsDesktop include:
- Seamless connectivity between AirPods and Windows via Bluetooth
- Spatial and lossless audio for an immersive listening experience
- Touch controls for play/pause, skip track, volume adjustment directly on AirPods
- Automatic device switching between a Windows PC and iOS devices
- Customizable on-screen displays and notifications
- Find My integration to help locate missing AirPods
- Firmware updates delivered directly within the app
Overall, AirPodsDesktop greatly enhances the AirPods experience on Windows by unlocking Apple-exclusive features. It aims to provide seamless integration and make AirPods feel like a native Windows accessory. With its open-source nature, the app is also customizable and can continue to implement new user-requested features over time.
AirPodsDesktop Features
Features
- Connect AirPods to Windows PC
- Enable advanced features like automatic device switching, spatial audio, touch controls
- Open source program
Pros
Use AirPods seamlessly with Windows PC
Get access to advanced AirPods features on Windows
Free and open source
Cons
May not be as full-featured as official Apple software
Requires some technical know-how to set up and use
Limited to basic AirPods connectivity and features
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Table of contents
- How to Connect Your AirPods to a Windows Computer
- Windows 10
- Windows 11
- How to Disconnect and Unpair Your AirPods from a Windows Computer
- Common AirPods Connection Issues
- Conclusion
- FAQ
If you’re wondering how to connect AirPods to a PC , you’ve just found the right place. Despite being designed to operate seamlessly with Apple devices, you can still easily connect AirPods to a laptop or a PC on Windows.
How to Connect Your AirPods to a Windows Computer
AirPods are specifically made to work within the Apple ecosystem. But can you connect AirPods to a laptop running Windows? You sure can! And it couldn’t be easier. Let’s take a walk through the steps to connect your AirPods to a Windows 10 or 11 running computer.
Windows 10
Here’s how to bluetooth AirPods to a laptop or PC on Windows 10:
- Prepare your AirPods: Before you begin, ensure that your AirPods are in their charging case and have a minimum of 20% battery.
- Turn on Bluetooth: Open Settings and navigate to Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. Make sure Bluetooth is turned on. This is the essential step as you connect AirPods to a Windows 10 running computer through Bluetooth.
- Add a Bluetooth device: Click on “Add Bluetooth or other device” at the top of the Bluetooth & other devices menu. Select Bluetooth from the options presented.
- Activate the pairing mode: Open the lid of your AirPods case and press the small, circular button on the back of the case. Keep holding it until you see the LED lights inside (for older AirPods) or on the front (for AirPods Pro) flashing. This indicates that your AirPods are visible to other devices.
- Select your AirPods: After a few seconds, a list of available Bluetooth devices will appear. Look for your AirPods in the list and click on them to initiate the pairing process.
- Complete setup: Once connected, a pop-up screen will declare “Your device is ready to go.” Click Done. From this point onward, your AirPods should automatically connect to your laptop or PC whenever they are in range.
As you can see, pairing your AirPods with Windows 10 running computers is a walk in the park. But how to connect Apple AirPods to a laptop or a PC on Windows 11 OS? Let’s figure it out.
Windows 11
It’s as simple to connect AirPods to Windows 11 systems as it is with Windows 10 ones. All you need is to follow these steps:
- Prepare your AirPods: Ensure your AirPods are in their charging case and have a minimum of 20% battery.
- Turn on Bluetooth: Open Quick Settings located on the right side of the taskbar, locate the Bluetooth sign, and make sure it’s not grayed out.
- Add a Bluetooth device: Right-click on the Bluetooth sign and select Go to Settings. Click on Add device, then select Bluetooth from the options presented.
- Activate the pairing mode: Open the lid of your AirPods case and press the small, circular button on the back of the case. Keep holding it until you see the LED lights inside (for older AirPods) or on the front (for AirPods Pro) flashing. This indicates that your AirPods are visible to other devices.
- Select your AirPods: After a few seconds, a list of available Bluetooth devices will appear. Look for your AirPods in the list and click on them to initiate the pairing process.
- Ready to go: After you get the “Your device is ready to go” pop-up, click Done. Your AirPods are now ready to use with your Windows 11 computer. Whenever your AirPods are in range and Bluetooth is enabled on your computer, they should automatically connect.
All in all, that is how to connect AirPods to a laptop or PC. Whether you are using a Windows 10 or 11 running computer, the process is smooth and easy.
How to Disconnect and Unpair Your AirPods from a Windows Computer
In the previous part of the article, we’ve learned how to connect AirPods Pro to a laptop . But what if it’s your friend’s laptop and you need to disconnect and unpair your AirPods before returning it? Here’s how you can do it:
- Open Bluetooth settings: Navigate to Settings and select Bluetooth & devices (Device > Bluetooth & other devices in Windows 10).
- Locate your AirPods: In the list of paired devices, find your AirPods under the Audio section. They will be listed by their name.
- Disconnect: Click on your AirPods (or the three dots next to them in Windows 11) and select Disconnect. Confirm the action if prompted.
- Unpair AirPods: After disconnecting, click on your AirPods again (or the three dots next to them in Windows 11) and select Remove device. This will unpair your AirPods from the Windows computer permanently.
Now that we’ve covered how to connect AirPods to a Windows PC and learned how to disconnect and unpair them, let’s take a look at the most common AirPods connection issues and ways to avoid them.
Common AirPods Connection Issues
- Intermittent connectivity:
- Issue : AirPods may experience intermittent disconnections or drops in audio during usage.
- Possible causes : Interference from other wireless devices, outdated firmware, or Bluetooth signal disruptions.
- Fixes : Check for interference from other devices; ensure AirPods have the latest firmware updates; reset AirPods by holding the setup button on the charging case.
- Failure to connect:
- Issue : Failure in establishing a connection between AirPods and a device.
- Possible causes : Bluetooth settings, outdated Bluetooth drivers, or AirPods not in pairing mode.
- Fixes : Activate AirPods’ pairing mode and ensure Bluetooth is enabled on the device; forget and re-pair AirPods with the device; check your laptop/PC Bluetooth version (should be 4.0 or higher).
- Audio quality issues:
- Issue : Poor audio quality, distortion, or imbalanced sound.
- Possible causes : Bluetooth signal interference, outdated firmware, or hardware issues.
- Fixes : Check for interference from other devices; ensure AirPods and Windows have the latest updates installed.
- Mic malfunctions:
- Issue : Microphone-related problems, such as low sensitivity or inaudible audio during calls.
- Possible causes : Software issues, debris in the microphone, or hardware malfunctions.
- Fixes : Remove any debris from the microphone area; ensure AirPods and Windows have the latest updates installed.
Related: How to Fix an Auto Muting Microphone
- Unresponsive touch controls:
- Issue : AirPods not responding to touch gestures for play/pause or skipping tracks.
- Possible causes : Software bugs, outdated firmware, or hardware issues with the touch sensors.
- Fixes : Reset AirPods and reconfigure touch controls; ensure AirPods have the latest firmware updates.
Preventive measures
First and foremost, you need to make sure your Bluetooth and audio drivers are up to date. We recommend using Auslogics Driver Updater as it is a reliable and convenient tool that automatically scans your system for outdated drivers (not only those discussed) and installs the most current, manufacturer-recommended ones.
Download Auslogics Driver Updater
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Also read: Auslogics Driver Updater: Update Your Drivers in One Click!
Here are some other general preventive measures to keep you clear of connection issues:
- Keep your Windows system updated,
- Regularly update AirPods firmware,
- Regularly check your computer for malware,
- Regularly clean your devices from dust and debris.
Also read: Auslogics Anti-Malware: Features and Reviews
Just follow these simple recommendations and you should have no problems when trying to connect AirPods to Windows 11 or 10 running computers.
Conclusion
Hopefully, you’re already enjoying your favorite music or a movie, thanks to our tips on how to connect AirPods to a PC provided in this article.
Don’t forget to update your drivers and regularly check for Windows and AirPods updates, and you will most certainly evade connection issues while relishing those precious moments of music listening more often.
Feel free to share your favorite songs and sound settings in the comments section below!
FAQ
How to put AirPods in pairing mode?
To put your AirPods in pairing mode, open the case, press and hold the button on the back until the LED starts flashing. Your AirPods are now ready to connect.
Why do my AirPods keep disconnecting from my Windows PC?
If your AirPods frequently disconnect, try updating Bluetooth drivers, ensuring Windows is up to date, and checking for interference from other Bluetooth devices.
Can I customize touch controls for AirPods when using them with a Windows PC?
As of now, Apple’s official customization of touch controls is primarily designed for iOS devices. You will need an iPhone or another iOS device to customize AirPods touch controls.