AirPods Pro are comfortable, stylish, and offer high-quality sound. But like any battery-powered device, they don't last forever. Over time, the battery wears out, the headphones lose battery life, run out of power quickly, or don't turn on at all. In such cases, Replacing the battery is the only way to bring your AirPods Pro back to life. In this article, we will tell you when it is time to change the battery, whether you can do it yourself and what to expect from a replacement at a service center.
📉 Signs that it's time to change the battery
How do you know that your battery is on its last legs? Here are the main signals:
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🔋 The headphones hold a charge for 15-30 minutes (or less)
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🎧 One earphone discharges faster than the other
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🛑 Headphones turn off at 30–40% charge
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⚡ They don't charge in the case or they discharge immediately after charging
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💬 Siri is not responding or is working intermittently
If you have encountered at least one of these symptoms, it is time to think about replacing the batteries.
🧪 Why does the battery fail?
AirPods Pro use small lithium-ion batteries that are designed for a certain number of charge cycles (300-500 on average). After 1.5-2 years of active use:
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Capacity drops by 30–50%
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Chemical changes occur inside the battery
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The charge controller is unstable
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Overheating and even bloating are possible.
⚠️ Why doesn't Apple offer official battery replacement?
Apple doesn't officially offer battery replacements separately. Instead, they offer to replace the entire earbud with a new one - for $89 for each earbud or $99 for the case. It's almost like buying new AirPods Pro 😬
🔧 Is it possible to replace the battery in AirPods Pro?
Yes, you can replace the battery! But it is important to understand:
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✅ This is only possible in a specialized service
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❌ It is extremely difficult to do this yourself - the earphone body is non-separable
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🔍 Careful warming up, soldering and replacement of the power supply element will be required
We are in RUD Service We successfully carry out such replacements using compatible batteries with controllers that match the original.
🧰 How does battery replacement work?
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📋 Diagnostics of the condition: we check the battery, controller, general condition of the headphones
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🧯 Careful dismantling of the case under a microscope
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🔋 Installing a new battery, soldering to the original contacts
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🧪 Testing for functionality, charge and balance
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🧼 Closing the case and sealing
The procedure takes from 1 to 2 working days. All work is guaranteed!
💵 How much does a replacement cost?
The price depends on the generation of headphones and their condition. On average:
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💸 Battery replacement in one AirPods Pro earphone — from 1000 to 1600 UAH
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💼 Battery replacement in charging case — from 800 UAH
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🔁 Complete battery replacement for two headphones and a case - with a discount
An alternative is to buy new AirPods Pro for 9000-12000 UAH. The benefit is obvious!
❓Is it possible to replace the battery myself?
Technically, it is possible. But realistically:
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❗ Very high probability of damaging the case or speaker
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❗ Special tools, a microscope and soldering experience are required
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❗ No access to quality batteries with the required controller
If you don't work in the service, it's better not to risk it. This is almost a jewelry job.
🧼 Repair or replacement? What to choose?
If your AirPods Pro are in good condition and the only problem is the battery — definitely worth repairing:
✅ Cheaper
✅ Faster than searching for new ones
✅ Eco-friendly - we don't throw away working electronics
✅ No need to get used to new headphones
🛠️ Why choose us?
In service RUD Service:
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🔬 Working under a microscope
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🎓 Masters with 3 years of experience in AirPods repair
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🧪 We use high-quality batteries with the right characteristics
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💬 We provide a guarantee for the work and consultations after the repair
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📦 Possible shipping across Ukraine by Nova Poshta
🟢 Conclusion
AirPods Pro is a convenient and beloved accessory, without which it is difficult to imagine everyday life. If the battery has stopped working, this is not a reason to throw away the headphones! Replacing the battery is real, fast and profitable.
📲 Contact RUDService — we will restore your AirPods Pro and bring them back to life!
