Use 'power saving mode' on Apple AirPods models

Technically, Apple's headset models are not equipped with an active power off function. However, you can put them in a 'low-power' mode - low-power mode - to optimize battery savings. It's not complicated to do it!

Power saving mode on AirPods and AirPods Pro

On AirPods in general (both first and second generation) and AirPods Pro, you can activate low power mode by using the headset's charging case.

Just put your headphones in the charging case and they will go into low power mode. During this time, your AirPods will consume less power and they will also be continuously charged.

Power saving mode on AirPods Max

On AirPods Max, you can enable low power mode by placing the earbuds on a flat surface for five minutes. The device will automatically recognize that you are not using it, and it will immediately switch to energy saving mode.

In addition, you can also activate the power saving mode for AirPods Max by placing the scratch earphones in its Smart Case.

AirPods Max also comes with another feature that helps save battery power. This feature is automatically activated after your headset has been inactive for a certain amount of time (usually hours). At that time, Bluetooth connection and Find My application on AirPods Max will be immediately disabled.

When you leave AirPods Max outside the case for 72 hours, the power saving mode will be enabled. The duration changes to 18 hours if you put the AirPods Max in the Smart Case.

Above are a few basics about the 'energy saving' feature on Apple headphones that you may not know. Wish you always have a good experience with your headphones!

Jessica Tanner

Update 26 August 2021