AirPods keep pausing mainly because of automatic ear detection glitches, low battery, Bluetooth connectivity issues, or sensor problems. The built-in sensors detect when AirPods are in your ears and pause audio if they think you removed one. Dirt, sweat, debris, or a loose fit can cause these sensors to misread and pause unexpectedly. Other causes include stepping outside Bluetooth range, receiving notifications, or outdated firmware. To fix this:
- Clean the proximity sensors and ensure AirPods fit well.
- Disable Automatic Ear Detection in Bluetooth settings, which stops pause on ear removal detection.
- Keep AirPods charged to prevent low battery interruptions.
- Stay close to the connected device to maintain a strong Bluetooth connection.
- Update AirPods firmware and reset if needed.
These troubleshooting steps address the most frequent reasons for AirPods pausing randomly and help maintain uninterrupted audio playback.
