Identify Your Model
It's IMPORTANT that you know what model of AirPods to purchase. If you purchased an incorrect model, they won't match and won't work together. Please follow the instructions below to identify your AirPods model.
Step 1: Locate serial number
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Step 2: Validate model with serial number
Visit: https://checkcoverage.apple.com/
Enter serial number and CAPTCHA, and then click “Submit”
Step 3: Purchase correct model from The InstantPods
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READ FIRST: Some AirPods look identical but are NOT the same model, they will NOT work together if you ordered a wrong generation product. Please check and confirm the model following our instructions.
Another Method
Differentiate physically by model numbers
AirPods 1st and 2nd Generations:
Locate model number printed on the earbuds
READ FIRST: 1st Gen and 2nd Gen AirPods look identical but are NOT the same product, they will NOT work together if you ordered a wrong generation product. Please check and confirm the model number printed on your earbuds. (1st generation) Model number: A1523, A1722 (2nd generation) Model number: A2032, A2031 |
AirPods Pro:
Locate model number printed in the charging case
AirPods Pro (1st generation) Model number: A2190 AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Model number: A2700 |
AirPods 3rd Generation:
Locate model number printed in the charging case
AirPods (3rd Generation) Model number: A2565, A2564 |
AirPods Charging Case (3rd Generation) Model number: A2897 |