You can control the noise control settings on your AirPods through the menu bar or System Settings on your Mac.
Here's a breakdown of how to manage noise control modes (Noise Cancellation, Transparency, and Off) on your AirPods:
Using the Menu Bar:
- Connect your AirPods: Ensure your AirPods Pro or AirPods Max are connected to your Mac.
- Locate the AirPods Icon: Look for the AirPods icon in the menu bar (usually near the Bluetooth icon).
- Select Noise Control Mode: Click the AirPods icon, then choose your desired noise control mode from the dropdown menu:
- Noise Cancellation: Blocks external sounds to provide an immersive listening experience.
- Transparency: Lets you hear your surroundings while still enjoying your audio.
- Off: Disables both noise cancellation and transparency.
Using System Settings:
- Open System Settings: Click the Apple menu and choose "System Settings". (Or, from the Dock, click the System Settings icon.)
- Select Your AirPods: In the sidebar, find and click on the name of your connected AirPods.
- Choose Noise Control Mode: In the settings pane that appears, select your desired noise control mode (Noise Cancellation, Transparency, or Off). The options will be displayed, allowing you to easily switch between them.
These methods offer quick and convenient ways to adjust the noise control on your AirPods, allowing you to customize your listening experience based on your environment.
