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If one or both AirPods fall out of your ear, music automatically stops playing. But what happens if your AirPods keep pausing even when they’re still in your ears? Fortunately, this frustrating problem can be easily fixed.
In this article, we’ll tell you why your AirPods keep pausing and provide you with possible solutions so you can get back to listening to music without interruption in no time.
AirPods are still on pause with the iPhone
If you’ve noticed that your AirPods keep stopping with your iPhone, there are several factors to consider:
Proximity
AirPods have a range of about 30 to 60 feet. Sometimes they work even when they are about 100 feet from your device. However, this is not always the case. The range will decrease if there are obstacles, such as walls, between your iPhone and your AirPods. If you notice that your AirPods stop frequently, they may be too far from your iPhone.
Automatic ear detection
AirPods have built-in proximity sensors that allow them to detect when you put them in your ears. Thanks to these sensors, AirPods will automatically play your music once they’re in your ear and pause once you remove one or both. If your music stops when the AirPods are still in your ear, there may be something wrong with the sensors.
To establish if the proximity sensors are the cause of your problem, follow the steps below:
- Gonna Settings.
- Tap Bluetooth.
- Touch the letter Yo next to airpods.
- Toggle the switch next to Automatic ear detection.
Once you have disabled this feature, check if your AirPods are working properly. Please note that this reduces battery life because they will continue to play your content regardless of whether they are in your ears or not.
Double tap action
You can customize what happens when you double-tap one of your AirPods. Among other options, you can pause the content you are playing by tapping twice. The double tap feature may be the reason why your Airpods pause if you accidentally touch them or if they are not working properly.
First, put at least one Airpod in your ear. Then, follow these steps to change the double tap feature:
- Open the Settings on your iPhone and tap Bluetooth.
- Tap on the Yo icon to the right of your Airpods.
- Tap on the Left Airpods.
- If there is a check next to the play pause option, select one of the other options. Or activate the function Off.
- Return to the Airpods information page and repeat the steps for the Good Airpods.
Try cleaning your Airpods before turning off the feature if you like to use the tap feature. Dust and debris can cause your Airpods to not work properly.
Connection issues
Your AirPods may be pausing due to connection issues. You can try putting the AirPods in the case for about 20-25 seconds and then plug them back in.
You can also manually force the connection:
- Open the Control center.
- Tap the top right corner of the playing now box and select airpods.
If this doesn’t work, the problem could be with your phone. Try disabling and enabling Bluetooth or restart the phone. If this doesn’t work, try restarting your AirPods and then reconnecting them to your phone.
AirPods are still paused with the Android device
Proximity
If your AirPods keep stopping, the problem could be that they are too far from the source, in this case, your Android device. Based on the manufacturer’s advice, AirPods should operate 30 to 40 feet away from the source. But since walls and other obstacles can affect the range and reduce the signal, try to keep your AirPods and Android device as close as possible.
Automatic ear detection
AirPods have a feature called Automatic Ear Detection. This allows them to detect when they are in your ears and playing your content. Once you delete one or both, the content will pause. Sometimes, you may experience problems with these sensors.
If you suspect you are having problems with the sensors, follow the steps below to disable this option:
- Gonna Settings.
- Tap Connections > Bluetooth; you you may need to touch Bluetooth depending on your Android device.
- Tap the gear icon next to airpods.
- Toggle the switch to disable automatic ear detection.
Check if your AirPods are working properly now. Please note that your AirPods’ battery will have a shorter lifespan as they will play content even when it is not in your ears.
Connection issues
Your AirPods may be pausing due to a poor connection. Try keeping them in their case for about 20-25 seconds and then plug them back in.
You can also reconnect them in Settings:
- Gonna Settings.
- Again, touch Connections > Bluetooth or alone Bluetooth.
- Tap the gear icon next to airpods.
- Now, play Unpair.
- Pair them again.
If this doesn’t work, try restarting your phone or AirPods. Once you reestablish the connection, your AirPods should work properly.
AirPods keep pausing video
If your AirPods are pausing a video you are watching; There are a few things to check. Often, the problem is not with the AirPods but with the player or device you are using. That is why it is important to establish what the problem is and try to find a solution.
First, let’s start with the AirPods:
- Check the status of your AirPods: If your AirPods are dirty or dusty, this may be the reason why they keep pausing your video. Try to clean them gently.
- Check the battery: If your AirPods’ battery is low, it may interrupt your videos. Try charging your AirPods to make sure this is not the problem.
- Automatic ear detection: This AirPods feature allows them to play music only when they are in your ears. Sometimes sensors can malfunction. Disable this feature in Settings to check if this is the problem.
- A glitch between the video player and your AirPods: There may be a temporary glitch in the video player that is causing interruptions in your videos. If you suspect this is the case, try using another video player.
Other issues can cause constant pauses in your video:
- Connectivity issues: You may be having connectivity issues between your AirPods and the device you’re using. If you are watching the video online, you may be having Internet problems. Try resetting connections or using another device to ensure your network is working properly.
- Video player updates: If you’ve recently updated the video player you’re using, the new updates may not work well with your AirPods. Try removing the new updates and using the previous version of the video player.
- Smart Pause – Smart Pause feature is usually present on Android devices. By making a certain gesture, you can pause the content you are watching/listening to. Go to Settings to check and customize this feature, along with other gesture features that may be enabled.
Frequent questions
Here are the answers to more questions you may have about Airpods.
AirPods keep pausing Spotify
AirPods can interrupt the content you are listening to on Spotify. If you are trying to establish the cause of this, see the possible problems below:
Automatic ear detection: The sensors in your AirPods allow them to play music only when they are in your ears. If you take out one or both, the music will pause automatically. Sometimes these sensors may malfunction or there could be a temporary failure. Disable this feature in Settings to establish if this is the cause.
Check Bluetooth: If your AirPods’ Bluetooth isn’t working properly, it could pause Spotify. To find out if this is the problem, try listening to some songs without AirPods or with another pair of Bluetooth headphones/earphones. Then, reconnect the AirPods. If Spotify pauses with only AirPods, it means there is a problem with Bluetooth.
Check your Internet connection: If you are listening to Spotify over the Internet, check your connection. Spotify can often pause if the signal is poor.
No interruptions with AirPods
Although you may experience some problems with AirPods, it’s important to note that they are generally very easy to fix. AirPods allow you to enjoy music without unnecessary cables, offer high-quality sound and are easy to use.
If your AirPods keep pausing, we hope this article has helped you solve the problem and that you can now enjoy your favorite content without interruptions.
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