Factory resetting AirPods, AirPods Pro, or AirPods Max may be necessary for bug fixes or passing them on to someone else.
To factory reset AirPods or AirPods Pro: put them in the charging case, wait 30 seconds, reopen the case, place them in ears, and go to Settings > Bluetooth to disconnect.
For AirPods Max, charge them briefly, then press and hold noise control button and Digital Crown until LED flashes amber for reset.
To update AirPods firmware, ensure the device is near, then connect to Wi-Fi, plug in charging case, wait for update, and check firmware version.
To remove AirPods from Apple Account, go to Find My app, tap on the item, and choose Remove Item or Remove This Device.
On Mac, go to Find My app, select the device, click More Info, and choose Remove This Device to remove AirPods.
The tutorial remains relevant across various Apple operating systems, from iOS to visionOS.
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