How to Connect AirPods to Kindle Fire in Seconds? Some Pairing Issues

In this blog post, we will go over the step-by-step guide on how to connect AirPods to Kindle as well as troubleshooting connection issues between AirPods and Kindle devices.

Let’s get started!

How to connect AirPods to a Kindle?

Can You Connect AirPods to Amazon Kindle Fire?

It is possible to use AirPods with non-Apple devices, including Kindle Fire. As it is a Bluetooth device, it will work accordingly even if the other device isn’t an iPhone, iPad, or Mac.

It shouldn't be difficult to complete the process of how to pair AirPods to Kindle Fire as it is really quite similar to that of connecting them to an Apple device.

How to Connect AirPods to Kindle Fire?

How do I connect my AirPods to my Kindle Fire?

Follow these steps on how to connect AirPods to a Kindle Fire:

Step 1: Turn on Bluetooth on the Kindle Fire

First off, you need to make sure your Kindle Fire is discoverable. Unlike other devices, they won’t automatically be configured to be discoverable. Thus, you need to manually toggle it first.

• Go to Settings > Bluetooth

• Toggle the switch to turn it on

Step 2: Open the AirPods case

Open the AirPods case

Now that the receiving device can be detected, the next step is to get your AirPods ready.

Place them inside the charging case to ensure that your AirPods are charging or being identified by the case. You’ll know this if the light indicator on the case is lit green.

Step 3: Pair the AirPods with the Kindle Fire

Choose “Pair a new device” on your Kindle Fire device and it will begin scanning for available Bluetooth devices. Click on your AirPods’ name when it appears on the list of devices and then click “Pair”.

Pair new device

Step 4: Verify the connection status

You will get a notification on the screen indicating that the AirPods have successfully established a connection after the process is finished. 

To make sure the sound is coming from the AirPods, you may check by playing a song or audiobook.

Step 5: Test the connection

Test the connection

Finally, disconnect and reconnect the AirPods to test the connectivity. Unless the AirPods connect, repeat these steps. Also, you may have to reset the AirPods or the Kindle Fire device if they fail to connect.

Why Can’t I Pair Airpods with Kindle Fire?

Sometimes the pairing process between your AirPods and Kindle Fire devices can be unsuccessful. Here are some underlying reasons:

Faulty Bluetooth pairing

It's likely that one of the Bluetooth devices you have connected to your Kindle tablet will not be providing the proper output. Or consider connecting with the wrong pair of AirPods; if that is the case, you can't get the expected result.

Outdated software version

When was the last time you updated the firmware on your tablet or AirPods? Outdated software may cause the “connecting unsuccessful” problem. Installing the most recent version also fixes a small bug in the current program.

Why can’t I pair Airpods with Kindle Fire?

Improper connectivity

You won't likely discover the best solution if you don't correctly connect the AirPods to your Fire tablet. Setting the connections in a good form is very necessary.

How to Solve AirPods Not Working with Kindle Fire?

Knowing how to connect Apple AirPods to Kindle and the reasons causing the unsuccessful pairing process, it’s time to find simple yet workable solutions to fix that.

Disconnect AirPods from another device

Try disconnecting the AirPods from any device you've recently paired them with before you connect them. To ensure it doesn't get in the way when you try pairing or connecting the previous device to your Amazon Kindle Fire, just turn off its Bluetooth.

Update your Kindle Fire

Update Kindle Fire

You may fix small bugs in your system by updating the Fire OS (Kindle Fire operating system). After downloading and installing the updates, restart your device. Check to see whether the connectivity issue has been fixed after that. 

Reset the Airpods

To reset the AirPods, adhere to the following steps:

• Make sure that the AirPods aren’t paired or connected to any device.

• Put the AirPods in the charging case.

• While the lid is open, press and hold the setup button for at least 15 seconds.

• Wait for the light indicator to flash amber, and then white.

Update Airpods firmware version

Update Airpods firmware version

Updating your AirPods from time to time to ensure they function ideally. Usually, your AirPods will update automatically if there is any update available.

• Put the AirPods in the charging case.

• Connect the case with a USB cable to make sure the power source.

• Move the device that the AirPods have been paired with, preferably an iPhone or iPad.

• Wait for a while to begin the updating process.

In case you are having trouble with the process, make sure your AirPods are fully charged.

Power Cycle the Kindle and Reconnect

Hold down the power button on the Kindle Fire for at least 40 seconds, then wait for an automated reboot. Next, start the pairing/connecting process from the beginning.

Bring it to the nearest Apple Service Center

If this is still not enough, there may already be an issue with your AirPods. Bring it to the nearest Apple Service Center to be examined and tell them that although you are attempting to connect it with a device, it is not succeeding.

Sometimes, your AirPods may be faulty, causing it not to be able to connect to Kindle.