How to Fix AirPods Pro 3 Auto-Pausing/Starting Music

Troubleshooting Automatic Ear Detection

• 💡 Automatic ear detection can cause music to pause when you remove your AirPods Pro 3 and resume when you put them back in.
• ⚠️ If this feature is causing unwanted behavior, you can disable it by tapping the slider in the settings until it has a plain background.

Resolving Audio Player Issues

• 🎶 If disabling ear detection doesn't help, the issue might be with your audio player application.
• 🧹 Try removing the app from your recent apps list and reopening it.
• 🔄 Ensure your audio player app is updated to the latest version by checking the App Store or Google Play Store.

Performing a Factory Reset

• 🛠️ If the previous steps fail, a factory reset may be necessary.
• 🎧 Place your AirPods Pro 3 in the charging case without closing the lid.
• 👆 Press and hold the touch surface on the front of the case three times until the LED light turns red.

Reconnecting Your AirPods Pro 3

• 🔗 After the reset, you'll need to reconnect your AirPods Pro 3 to your device.
• 📱 For iPhones, a popup should appear; tap 'Connect'. If not, go to Bluetooth settings, tap your AirPods, and select 'Forget Device' before re-pairing.
• 🤖 For Android devices, you might need to turn Bluetooth off and on, or use the 'Refresh' or 'Pair New Device' options to find and connect your AirPods.