If EarPods started to work quietly, then it does not have to be garbage that got into them. Maybe it's the phone. Therefore, it is recommended to check the volume first. If everything is fine with it, and the sound is still quiet, then try playing the audio file through another application. If the volume is still low, then the problem is in the trapped debris. The only option is to take the EarPods apart to clean them.
Why do my headphones get clogged with debris?
No matter how you protect them from pollution, there will still come a moment when they become clogged. This is due to the design, and perhaps Apple's desire to earn a little more on accessories. EarPods are great for anyone due to their shape, but it also ruins them. Let's figure out how to properly disassemble EarPods and remove debris.
Surface cleaning
In this case, you do not need to think about how to disassemble Apple EarPods. Everybody is herevery simple. All you need is a toothpick or needle and damp cotton.
- Take the EarPods and, with light pressure, clean off large debris from the outside of the earpiece.
- Wipe the mesh with a small piece of damp cotton.
Connect EarPods to the phone and check. If the volume remains at the same low level, then dirt has got through the mesh onto the inner membrane. Therefore, a more difficult option is needed. However, here you don’t need to think about how to disassemble EarPods:
- Take a toothbrush.
- Carefully remove the mesh.
- Clean the earpiece from dirt and put it in place.
Peroxide magic
How to disassemble EarPods for cleaning if the mesh is not removable? It is advisable not to do this, since you are unlikely to be able to put it back. But this does not mean that the headphones can no longer be cleaned. For this method, you will need a cotton swab and hydrogen peroxide. Detailed instructions:
- Copiously moisten one end of a cotton swab with hydrogen peroxide.
- Gently drip it into the earpiece.
- A small drop will appear. Make sure that it is not too large, otherwise the liquid will get inside and the earphone will deteriorate.
- If the droplet holds and does not decrease, then you did everything right. After a few seconds, the liquid will begin to foam. This is the reaction of peroxide to sulfur.
- When the drop is completely covered with foam, remove it with the dry part of a cotton swab. Then wipe the mesh dry.
After that, the headphones can already be used. Butit is advisable to turn them upside down and let them dry. This method can be unsafe if done carelessly. Therefore, there is another option, but more complicated.
Effective method
If you are afraid of dripping peroxide into your earpiece, you can try this option. You will need:
- empty packaging from pills (such that EarPods fit completely into it and lie flat);
- hydrogen peroxide.
This method is more secure. But finding a package of pills that perfectly fits the size of the earphone will be difficult. If you have found, you can proceed:
- Place the package so that it lies flat and does not lean anywhere.
- We drop 2-3 drops of hydrogen peroxide into the well of the packaging from tablets.
- Gently put EarPods speaker down. Through the transparent side we can see the level of peroxide. It is desirable that it does not rise above 5 mm.
- Fix the earphone and leave it for 15-30 minutes.
If everything is fine with your device and headphones, these methods should help you.
What to do if all methods are ineffective?
Check the sequence of steps. Try again. If again there is no positive result, try connecting other headphones to the device. If they're okay, then it's up to you. If they also make a quiet sound, the problem is in the smartphone.
As all Apple devices are covered under warranty, you can take your EarPods to an authorized service center or buy new ones. If the problem is in the device - nottry to fix it yourself. The problem may be deeper than you think. It is better to take the device to a service center, wait for the diagnostic results and then make a decision.
