How to select the best ear tip for Apple AirPods Pro

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Apple AirPods Pro earphone tip sizes

The Apple AirPods Pro comes with small silicone ear pads, medium and large. The medium set is pre-installed, but can be removed and changed to find the best fit. Next, Here's how to test seal and acoustic performance.

Start by testing the physical fit of the pre-installed medium ear cushions. You want the AirPods Pro to have a secure but comfortable fit. If the tip is too tight or too loose, pull the silicone tip out of the bud and then press the smaller or larger tip into place.

Now that you have a comfortable fit, time to test the seal to ensure the best noise cancellation and audio performance. Please note that your AirPods Pro must be paired with an iPhone to complete this test.

Start by opening the app “Setting”. If you can't find it on your iPhone, swipe down on the home screen and use Apple's Spotlight Search to locate the app.

Apple AirPods Pro In-Ear Select Settings App

Next, tap option “Bluetooth”.

Apple AirPods Pro In-Ear Select Bluetooth

To continue, you will need your AirPods Pro to be out of the charging case and in your ears. Doing this will connect the headphones to your iPhone.

Now, locate the List of AirPods Pro and select the “i” next to.

Scroll down and tap the link “Ear tip fit test”.

Apple AirPods Pro Select ear tip fit test

The next screen will explain what the ear tip test is and why finding the best fit is crucial.. When you are ready, select the button “Continue”.

Apple AirPods Pro Select Continue

Confirm that the AirPods Pro is comfortably in your ears and then tap the Play button to begin the test.

Apple AirPods Pro Select the Play button

The adjustment results will now be presented to you. If there is a good seal in both earbuds, you can exit the test by selecting the “Ready” in the upper right corner.

Results for Apple AirPods Pro Good Fit Select Done

If the AirPods Pro failed the fit test, you need to adjust the headset or try one of the other tip sizes. Once you are ready, tap the Play button again to redo the test.

Apple AirPods Pro Bad Fit Results Select Play Again

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