How to Use Gen 3 AirPods: Control Features Explained

Learn how to control your Gen 3 AirPods with simple gestures and enhance your listening experience.

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To control your Gen 3 AirPods, use the force sensor located on the stem of each AirPod. You can single tap to play or pause music, double tap to skip forward, triple tap to go back, and press and hold to switch between Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What gestures can I use with Gen 3 AirPods? You can single tap to play/pause, double tap to skip forward, triple tap to go back, and press and hold to switch modes.
  2. How do I enable Active Noise Cancellation on my Gen 3 AirPods? Press and hold the force sensor on the AirPods' stem to toggle between Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode.
  3. Do Gen 3 AirPods have touch controls? Yes, Gen 3 AirPods use a force sensor on the stem for touch controls.
  4. Can I customize controls on Gen 3 AirPods? Yes, you can customize the double-tap and press-and-hold functions in your device's Bluetooth settings.