Apple AirPods Max do not have a traditional power off button. Instead, they rely on automatic low-power modes to conserve battery when not in use. Here are the key ways to effectively "turn off" or preserve battery on AirPods Max:
How to "Turn Off" AirPods Max
- Using the Smart Case : Placing your AirPods Max inside the included Smart Case immediately puts them into a low-power mode. After 18 hours in the case, they enter an ultralow power mode that disables Bluetooth and Find My features, effectively turning them off
- Without the Case : If you don't have the Smart Case, simply set the AirPods Max down and leave them stationary. After 5 minutes, they enter low-power mode, and after 72 hours of inactivity, they enter ultralow power mode, which is similar to being turned off
- Disconnecting from Devices : You can also disconnect or forget the AirPods Max from your Bluetooth devices to prevent them from connecting and save battery life, though this does not fully power them down
- Factory Reset : Performing a factory reset (holding the digital crown and noise control button for 15 seconds until the LED flashes) disconnects the headphones from all devices, which can help save battery if you won't use them for a while
Important Notes
- There is no manual power off button or switch on AirPods Max; they are designed to manage power automatically
- Some users have tried using magnets near the earcups to force power off, but this is not recommended as it only triggers low-power mode and may damage the headphones
- Holding down the noise control button alone does not fully power off the AirPods Max; the official method is through the case or waiting for automatic modes
In summary, the best way to "turn off" AirPods Max is to put them in the Smart Case or leave them stationary for an extended period to let them enter ultralow power mode, which effectively powers them down
