How to Pair Pixel Buds [Step-By-Step]

Published on: June 14, 2023

Updated on: November 5, 2023

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If you are looking for the ways of how to pair your Pixel earbuds to the devices, you are in the right place.

In this article, we will provide you with information of how to connect Google Pixel Buds to an Android or iOS, laptop or MacBook, or actions that need to be done in case of troubleshooting. See below our recommendations for the Pixel Buds Pro and Pixel Buds A-Series models.

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Quick Answer

Here are the ways how quickly pair your Pixel Buds to different devices:

For an Android device: Get the Pixel Buds app from Play Market. Download and open it. Press and hold the pairing button until the LED light flashes.
For an iOS device: Press and hold the pairing button on the case lid. Approach Settings > Bluetooth > Pixel buds to make a connection.
For Windows 10 laptops: Go to “Bluetooth Connections”. Press and hold the pairing button on the buds case.

How to Put Google Pixel Buds in Pairing Mode

Make sure that the Google Pixel Buds case is placed next to a device you want to have a connection with.
Remove the buds from the charging case.
Press and hold down the pairing button on the back of the case until you see white light flickering.
In case you see white/orange light instead, close the lid of the case and open it again. Then press and hold down the pairing button.
The notification will appear on your device to provide you with further directions.

Watch this video to help you connect your buds correctly:

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How to connect your Google Pixel Buds to your phone

How to Pair Google Pixel Buds to an Android Device

The connection between your Android device and Pixel Buds can be done through the Google Pixel Buds app.

Get the Pixel Buds app by downloading it on the Play Market.
Enable Bluetooth on your device. From the top of the phone screen, swipe down and see the Bluetooth icon and tap it to activate.
Open the app. It will give you directions to press and hold down the pairing button until the white light flickers.
At the top of your Android screen, you’ll see that buds were identified through a symbol appearing there. The connection is successful.

How to Pair Google Pixel Buds to an iPhone Device

The connection between your iPhone device and Pixel Buds doesn’t require the use of the app:

Make sure that the Google Pixel Buds case is placed next to a device you want to have a connection with.
Press and hold down the pairing button on the back of the case until you see white light flickering. The pairing process has been activated.
On your iPhone: open Settings > Bluetooth > On.
Your Google Pixel Buds will appear in the list of available devices. Click on them to finish the pairing process.

How to Pair Google Pixel Buds to a Laptop or PC

Here’s the way of connecting the Pixel Buds to a Windows laptop or PC:

Make sure that the Google Pixel Buds case is placed next to a device you want to have a connection with.
Open the charging case lid and press and hold down the pairing button on it for around three seconds until you see white light flickering. The pairing process has been activated.
On the Windows laptop or PC, click the menu bar, then click the Windows icon.
Press Settings > Bluetooth > On > Add Device.
Find your Google Pixel Buds from the list of available devices.

How to Pair Google Pixel Buds to a MacBook

Here’s the way of connecting the Pixel Buds to a MacBook:

Make sure that the Google Pixel Buds case is placed next to a device you want to have a connection with.
Open the charging case lid and press and hold down the pairing button on it for around three seconds until you see white light slowly flickering. The pairing process has been activated.
On your MacBook, open System Preferences > Bluetooth.
Find the Pixel Buds Pro or Pixel Buds A-Series from the list of available devices and click “Connect”.

The Google Pixel Buds Do Not Connect

In case there’s a connection issue with your buds:

on the device that you are trying to pair your buds with, approach Bluetooth settings and remove the Google Pixel Buds from the Bluetooth devices menu and connect again.
if it didn’t work, place the Pixel Buds back in the charging case, but leave the lid open. Press and hold down the pairing button on the back of the case for about 30 seconds to activate the reset your earbuds.

Troubleshooting

Obstacles. There might be other Bluetooth devices that interfere with connecting your Pixel Buds. You may either deactivate them or change your location.
Deactivate and then enable Bluetooth. On your device, switch off Bluetooth, wait up to a minute, then switch it back on. When the connection is established, try pairing the Google Pixel Buds again.
Restart your device. Switch off and on your device, then try pairing the Google Pixel Buds again.
Disconnect and activate Bluetooth again. Forget the buds through your device if they were previously paired and then connect them back.
Connect to another device. Try pairing your Pixel Buds with another device. If it happened successfully, it means that your main gadget’s Bluetooth connection doesn’t work properly.
Check the battery charge. Place your earbuds into the charging case and check when the lights start flickering white, indicating a sufficient amount of battery charge. When you notice orange lights, it means that the buds must be charged.

Watch this video to know how to troubleshoot your Google Pixel Buds:

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One Earbud Not Working

Here is what you can do:

Remove the Google app, and then enter the Play Store and update this app.
Forget your Google Pixel Buds on your phone.
Place both earbuds back into the charging case and open the lid.
Reset them by pressing and holding the button on the back of the charging case for 30 seconds until the light starts blinking white and orange, then pulse white.
After this reset, pair your Pixel Buds again.

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How to Pair Replacement Pixel Buds?

If one of your Pixel Buds died and got replaced, forget the earbud on the phone via the Bluetooth menu, then place them in the charging case and reset:

Enter the device’s Bluetooth settings and forget your Pixel Buds.
Keep the charging case in a power source through USB-A to USB-C cord.
Place the buds in the charging case and open it.
Hold the pairing button on the back side of the charging case for around 30 seconds.
The LED lights will start flickering, when they stop, let go of the button.
The lights will be blinking white and orange until the reset is over, and then start flickering white.
Your Google Pixel Buds will be reset and should be ready to pair immediately.

FAQ

Why won’t my Pixel Buds go into pairing mode?

Close the charging case lid and reopen it again. Press and hold the case button for 3 seconds until you see one white LED pulsing. It indicates that your device is ready to pair. Check a pop-up notification on your phone that will guide you through the rest of the setup.

Conclusion

Google Pixel Buds work as great Bluetooth earphones with both iOS and Android devices, moreover, you’ll be able to enjoy great audio, clear calls, capacitive touch controls on the earbuds with Windows 10 and more.

See the section that you need most in order to pair your device with these Pixel Buds or to reset or enter pairing mode.

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