While most AirPod owners find cleaning their AirPod wireless speaker unit important, cleaning the case and charger is rarely a priority. Keeping the storage case and charger clean is very important to keep your Apple device looking like new and functioning optimally, as well as staying hygienic. Cleaning your AirPod storage case will extend the life of your device, remove smudge lines, and prevent it from becoming a breeding ground for bacteria.
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Method 1 of 3: Cleaning the Outside of the Storage Box
Step 1. Clean the storage box as usual
Begin the cleaning step by wiping the box with a microfiber cloth. Wipe the exterior of the storage box, and remove easy stain lines, dust, and wax.
Step 2. Moisten the washcloth with a small amount of liquid if necessary
You can use clean water to complete this job; for stubborn stains, dampen a washcloth with a small amount of isopropyl alcohol. However, use only a small amount of liquid. A dry washcloth is best, if possible.
AirPods and their storage case are not waterproof. So, be careful not to let any liquid get into the charging port or the AirPod unit
Step 3. Use a cotton swab to wipe off any stains or dust stuck to the outside of the storage box
A cotton swab gives you accuracy, and allows you to use extra effort to remove blemishes. If necessary, dip a cotton swab in clean water to make it easier to remove dirt and wax. If you find a hard stain that is very difficult to remove, moisten the tip of a cotton swab with isopropyl alcohol to treat it.
Method 2 of 3: Cleaning the Inside of the Storage Box
Step 1. Clean the inside of the charger as much as possible
Use a cotton swab or cotton ball to clean the charger – the part where the AirPods are not in use – along with all the nooks and crannies. You should remove as much dust and dirt as possible from the surface so that the box can charge quickly and not short-circuit.
Step 2. Clear the space that is on the ceiling of the storage box
Keeping that space clean will make the AirPod case look like new. Wet a cotton swab with a little water or alcohol, as needed. However, do not use it excessively so that no liquid drips onto the electronic devices in the box. You can clean the wax and dust on the area with a damp cotton swab.
Step 3. Use a toothpick to remove stubborn stains
This is the part that becomes a nest of bacteria. A wooden or plastic toothpick can help you clean nooks and crannies in the box, especially around the lid area. Do this gently and methodically. Work patiently to clean the pile of dirt persistently without pressing too hard. Here are some useful tools that will help you keep your AirPod case clean, and keep it looking and performing like new:
- Duct tape or tape. Use one of these objects to pick up any accumulated dust, stains, and wax. If you use duct tape, use a quality product that doesn't leave a glue residue. Press strips of duct tape or tape into the spaces in the AirPod storage case to remove wax and other debris on the top of the lid and case.
- Soft eraser. Use this item to remove hardened stains and dirt.
- Soft bristled toothbrush. Use an extra soft toothbrush to remove dust, dirt, and smudges from the gaps and charger connector.
Method 3 of 3: Completing the Cleaning Process
Step 1. Wipe the storage box again with the microfiber cloth
Your AirPod storage case will look like new again. The final step is to wipe it with a dry microfiber cloth. Rub the storage box gently with some pressure as a final step to complete the cleaning process.
Step 2. Clean your AirPods from time to time
Wipe each AirPod carefully. If there is dirt in the speaker hole, use a toothbrush to brush it gently. You can apply a small amount of isopropyl alcohol to a cotton swab to blot dry stains, but be careful not to get them on the speakers or the holes.
Step 3. Place the AirPods back in their storage case
This thing is ready to use again.
