Airpods 5 heavy static noise while using ANC and transparency mode

New airpods 5 having heavy static noise while using ANC and transparency mode. With the listening mode on off everything is fine. I’ve heard this is a common issue with the airpods 5. Should I return them or is there a solution coming. Very dissatisfied.

Gepostet am 03. Okt. 2026 03:01

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Gepostet am 03. Okt. 2026 08:09

Heavy static in ANC or Transparency mode isn’t something I’d consider normal, especially on a new pair. Those modes rely on the AirPods’ microphones, so the fact that the noise disappears when Listening Mode is Off is worth noting.


I’d first make sure your iPhone and AirPods are up to date, then reset the AirPods and pair them again. Apple’s reset instructions for AirPods 5 are here: How to reset your AirPods and AirPods Pro - Apple Support


If the static is still there after that, I wouldn’t wait for a possible software fix that Apple hasn’t announced. Since they’re new, I’d exchange or return them while you’re still within the return period.

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03. Okt. 2026 08:09 als Antwort auf Patrick000

Heavy static in ANC or Transparency mode isn’t something I’d consider normal, especially on a new pair. Those modes rely on the AirPods’ microphones, so the fact that the noise disappears when Listening Mode is Off is worth noting.


I’d first make sure your iPhone and AirPods are up to date, then reset the AirPods and pair them again. Apple’s reset instructions for AirPods 5 are here: How to reset your AirPods and AirPods Pro - Apple Support


If the static is still there after that, I wouldn’t wait for a possible software fix that Apple hasn’t announced. Since they’re new, I’d exchange or return them while you’re still within the return period.

Airpods 5 heavy static noise while using ANC and transparency mode

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