Can someone reset my stolen AirPods?

Well, if the thief has an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, they can easily reset the product and make it their own. 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.

Can Reset AirPods be tracked?

The short answer is, unfortunately, no. If someone resets your AirPods, it becomes impossible to locate and track them, especially if you’re far away from them. This is why it’s incredibly important to track your AirPods as soon as you realize that you’ve misplaced them.

Can stolen AirPods be used?

Stolen AirPods can be synced to another iPhone as long as the AirPods are out of range of your iPhone. The range between your AirPods and your iPhone varies between 30-100 feet. Once the AirPods are out of range, stolen AirPods can be paired with a new device.

Can stolen AirPods be tracked?

How to Track Stolen AirPods. You can track stolen AirPods by going to the “Find My” page when you sign in to iCloud, or by using the “Find My” app on your iPhone. In the case that they are still connected to your device, you should be able to see them where your other connected devices are displayed.

How do I turn off AirPods tracking?

iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch: Go to Settings > [your name] > Find My. Tap Find My [device], then turn off Find My [device].

Can I track my AirPods if someone else is connected to them?

Unfortunately, you can’t use Find My to track your AirPods if they were in the charging case when someone stole them. This is because they don’t maintain an active connection to your device while in the case, to conserve battery life.

Is there a way to locate AirPods?

On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, open the Find My app. Go to the Devices tab, and choose your AirPods. Scroll down to Mark as Lost, and select Activate. Follow the onscreen steps if you want your contact information to display for your missing AirPods.

Can I Find My stolen AirPods with serial number?

No, they cannot be tracked digitally via their serial number. If they have been misplaced close by (near your iPhone) then you might be able to locate them.

Do AirPods have GPS in them?

AirPods Don’t Have GPS

When people think of tracking, a lot of time they relate that to GPS – the feature in your phone that shows you your exact location on the map. GPS is an incredibly useful tool, but it is limited to your iPhone. The AirPods and the AirPods case does not have built-in GPS.

How far can AirPods be tracked?

about 40 feet
“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).

What can I do if I lost one AirPod?

Replace a lost AirPod

Did you lose an AirPod or your Charging Case? You can buy a replacement for a left or right AirPod or the Charging Case. Your replacement will be new.