Fix Your AirPods Max for Free: Just Put Them in the Fridge!

Electronic devices often come with two major drawbacks: they frequently break down and the cost of repair can be quite high. Consequently, some people are willing to try anything (literally anything) to avoid professional repair services, such as placing their AirPods Max in the refrigerator.

How many of us have attempted to disassemble our smartphones, computers, or other electronic gadgets hoping to fix them ourselves? With the rise of platforms like iFixit, which empower users to tackle repairs, such DIY repairs are becoming more common. However, success is not always guaranteed. Indeed, some devices prove to be particularly challenging for amateur repair enthusiasts.

In theory, the AirPods Max don’t belong to the difficult-to-repair category. When they were released, experts even praised how user-friendly they are for self-repair. The design of Apple’s headphones is so novice-friendly that with a bit of tinkering, one could even add a USB-C port to the device. However, achieving repair success on your own isn’t always possible, despite the best intentions.

An Unconventional Method for Fixing AirPods Max

This is where Reddit comes into play – known for its quirky and unconventional solutions. An old post unearthed by our colleagues at BGR suggests that if your AirPods Max won’t connect via Bluetooth, placing them in the fridge for about thirty minutes might do the trick. They decided to test this method themselves, albeit with understandable concerns about potentially damaging the headphones completely. Surprisingly, it worked.

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After spending an hour in the cold, the previously unconnective headphones started functioning perfectly again. The reason behind this seems to be related to tiny damages in the device’s cables. When placed in the freezer, the cables contract, which apparently allows the connection to re-establish. If you ever find yourself at a loss on how to fix your headphones, this might be worth a try.

Source: Reddit