Connecting your AirPods to your Lenovo ThinkPad laptop or desktop computer is not as straightforward as connecting them to your Apple device. If you have been struggling to connect your AirPods to Microsoft devices, such as a laptop or desktop, this guide is for you.
Firstly, you need to go to your Bluetooth settings. To do this: go to your Windows 10 search bar, or on Windows 8, the search bar that pulls out, or on Windows 7, you would click on your Start bar and use the search field. Once you’ve found the Bluetooth settings, make sure your AirPods are ready to pair. Open the AirPods case and select the pairing button. It will flash a white light a couple of times, indicating that it’s ready to pair. It’s important to leave the case open so that it’s ready to pair or connect.
The next step is to click on the “Add Bluetooth or other device” button, then select the Bluetooth option. The computer will search for Bluetooth devices nearby. Choose your AirPods from the list of devices displayed, and double click on the AirPods name. It will start connecting, and once connected, you’re ready to go.
Please note that if you close the AirPods case before successfully connecting them, you’ll have to redo the whole process again.
In conclusion, connecting your AirPods to your ThinkPad is a simple process that can be done in four easy steps. If you’ve been struggling to connect your AirPods to your laptop or desktop, follow these steps, and you’ll be ready to go in no time.