How to Pair AirPods or Earbuds on iPhone 16 / 16 Plus

Follow these simple steps to pair airpods or earbuds on your iPhone 16 / 16 Plus. Each step is one action — nice and easy.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1

   Open the AirPods case next to your iPhone (keep the AirPods inside).

2. 2

   A setup animation appears on your iPhone screen.

3. 3

   Tap "Connect".

4. 4

   Wait for the pairing to complete.

5. 5

   Tap "Done".

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