To identify what kind of AirPods you have, the best method is to check the model number from your AirPods or the paired device. You can do this by:
- Opening the AirPods case and looking at the underside of the lid where the model number is printed.
- If paired with an iPhone, go to Settings > Bluetooth, find your AirPods in the device list, and tap the "i" icon to see the model number.
Once you have the model number (which starts with "A" followed by four digits), compare it with known AirPods model numbers to determine the specific model or generation. Here are some examples of model numbers and corresponding AirPods:
- AirPods 1st generation: A1523, A1722
- AirPods 2nd generation: A2031, A2032
- AirPods 3rd generation: A2564, A2565
- AirPods Pro 1st generation: A2083, A2084
- AirPods Pro 2nd generation (Lightning case): A2931, A2699, A2698
- AirPods Pro 2nd generation (USB-C case): A3047, A3048, A3049
- AirPods Max: A2096 or A3184 (USB-C version)
- AirPods 4th generation: A3053, A3050, A3054
- AirPods 4th generation with ANC: A3056, A3055, A3057
- AirPods Pro 3rd generation: A3063, A3064, A3065
This approach will let you know exactly which AirPods model you own.