How To Connect AirPods To PS4 | Can You Connect AirPods To PS4?

Though you can connect any wired headsets to your PS4, if you use Bluetooth headphones, then this is not the case. Do you have a new shiny pair of AirPods, and want to connect it to your PS4? Don’t worry, we got you covered with that. Have a look at these steps on how to connect AirPods to PS4?

If you have been using wireless headphones for quite some time, then you do know that these headphones have made your life much easier. This comes most handy when you are playing your favorite games. You obviously don’t want to struggle with wires while you play. Isn’t it? If you use AirPods you are free from cables. Wow! What a relief. 

But you cannot connect AirPods to PS4. Uh-ho, don’t be sad. You must have heard the saying where there is a will there’s a way. Here, we have listed a few workarounds that you can use on how to connect AirPods to PS4. First, turn on your PS4 > connect to Bluetooth adapter > set the adapter to pair > pair the AirPods> connect your microphone> confirm.

But this doesn’t end here, there is a lot more process involved in it. So, if you want to connect AirPods to your PS4 then you should read this post.

Can You Connect AirPods On PS4?

Yes, absolutely. You can connect AirPods to PS4, but to do so you need the right adapter along with the right kind of settings. But you will not be able to pair them via Bluetooth.

Since PS4 does not support Bluetooth audio accessories, so if you try to connect your AirPods directly then you will get an error message saying “The PS4 does not support Bluetooth audio accessories”.

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What Do You Need To Connect AirPods To PS4?

As we have already stated that PS4 does not support Bluetooth audio but that does not mean that you just cannot connect to AirPods or any other Bluetooth headphones. If you try to connect your AirPods to PS4 without the adapter then PS4 will not detect them. Even if you go through the long process, you will ultimately fail at the last stage. That’s really annoying and your hard work will go to waste.

To connect AirPods to PS4 you need to have a PS4 Bluetooth adapter that supports Bluetooth audio which you can easily plug into your console through a headphone jack, USB, etc.

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How To Connect AirPods To PS4 Using A Bluetooth Adapter?

If you want to connect AirPods to PS4 with a Bluetooth adapter then you have to follow the given steps:

1. First, insert the Bluetooth adapter into your USB port, which is situated at the PS4 front.
2. Next, you have to set up the Airfly adapter with which you can pair your PS4.
3. Press and then hold on to the button, that is at the back of your AirPods till you get to see the LED light, your AirPods case will start to blink white.
4. Make sure that your AirPods and adapter both are in the pairing mode and they should be able to pair automatically.
5. Wait till the flashing lights on the AirPods and adapter stop. 
6. Once your pairing is done you will get a message on the screen, then click on confirm option.

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How To Connect AirPods To PS4 Without A Bluetooth Adapter?

Well, you can connect your AirPods to PS4 even if you don’t use a Bluetooth adapter, but for this, you need your own Android or iOS smartphone. Here are the steps to follow:

1. First, turn on your PS4.
2. After turning on the PS4, you need to sign in to your PlayStation account.
3. Open your smartphone, and then open the App Store or Play Store on your smartphone.
4. Now, in the Play Store, look for the PS4 remote Play app, and download it.
5. After you have downloaded the PS4 remote play on your smartphone, you need to sign in to your PlayStation Network account.
6. After signing in to the app search for PS4. This process might take a few minutes.
7. After the smartphone is able to establish a connection with PS4 you get the option to connect to the controller. To do this you need to go to the smartphone’s settings menu, and then on the Bluetooth settings. Click on the share button, and then on the PS button on your controller. In this way, your controller will be in the sharing mode. Now, your controller will be on the list of the devices that are available to pair to your smartphone. Select it and pair it with your controller.
8. Now, just connect with your AirPods. Ta-da You are done!

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Wrapping Up:

So, that is how to connect AirPods to PS4. But since there is no specific and official way to connect it, we have presented to you some workarounds with which you can connect your AirPods to PS4. Do try them out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can You Use AirPods To Chat With Other Players On PS4?

Well, now you cannot use AirPods to chat with other players on PS4. Even if your AirPods have a built-in microphone the Bluetooth adapter can only send the audio from your console to your headphone. If you want to chat with the players through headphones then you need to pair AirPods that are made specifically for PS4.

Q. What Bluetooth Headphones Are Compatible With PS4?

Here is the list of Bluetooth headphones that will be compatible with PS4.

1. PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset (CECHYA-0080)
2. NEW Gold Wireless Headset (CUHYA-0080)
3. PULSE Elite Wireless Stereo Headset (CECHYA-0086)
4. Platinum Wireless Stereo Headset (CECHYA-0090)
5. Gold Wireless Headset (CECHYA-0083).