Learn how to identify which generation of AirPods you have by using the model number. You can also learn to identify the model of your AirPods charging case.
Find the model number
You can use the model number of your AirPods to find out which generation of AirPods you have.
Look in Settings
Go to Settings > Bluetooth. Alternatively, you can go to Settings > [your AirPods].*
Find your AirPods in the list (for example, "John's AirPods").
Tap the More Info button
next to your AirPods.
* If your device doesn't have iOS 14 or iPadOS 14 or later and your AirPods are connected to your device, you can find the model number by going to Settings > General > About. Then scroll down until you see the name of your AirPods, and then tap the name.
Look on your AirPods
If you can't use Settings to get your model number, you can find it on your AirPods. The model number is on the first line of the text printed on the underside of each AirPod, or underneath the left cushion of your AirPods Max.
Identify your AirPods with the model number
Now that you have the model number, you can use it to learn which AirPods you have:
AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C)
Model number: A3047, A3048, A3049
Year introduced: 2023
AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning)
Model number: A2931, A2699, A2698
Year introduced: 2022
AirPods (3rd generation)
Model number: A2565, A2564
Year introduced: 2021
AirPods Max
Model number: A2096
Year introduced: 2020
AirPods Pro
Model number: A2084, A2083
Year introduced: 2019
AirPods (2nd generation)
Model number: A2032, A2031
Year introduced: 2019
AirPods (1st generation)
Model number: A1523, A1722
Year introduced: 2016
Identify your charging case
Find out which AirPods charging case you have by using the location of the status light and other details.
MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C) for AirPods Pro (2nd generation)
Model number: A2968
Year introduced: 2023
The MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C) for AirPods Pro (2nd generation) is compatible with Qi-certified wireless chargers, and it can align magnetically with MagSafe-compatible chargers. There's a USB-C port on the bottom of the case for plug-in charging. There's also an external speaker on the bottom of the case to indicate charging and battery status, and a lanyard loop on the side. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the lid.
MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning) for AirPods Pro (2nd generation)
Model number: A2700
Year introduced: 2022
The MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning) for AirPods Pro (2nd generation) is compatible with Qi-certified wireless chargers, and it can align magnetically with MagSafe-compatible chargers. There's a Lightning port on the bottom of the case for plug-in charging. There's also an external speaker on the bottom of the case to indicate charging and battery status, and a lanyard loop on the side. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the lid.
Lightning Charging Case for AirPods (3rd generation)
Model number: A2897
Year introduced: 2022
There's a Lightning port on the bottom of the case for plug-in charging. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the lid.
MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods (3rd generation)
Model number: A2566
Year introduced: 2021
The MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods (3rd generation) is compatible with Qi-certified wireless chargers, and it can align magnetically with MagSafe-compatible chargers. There's a Lightning port on the bottom of the case for plug-in charging. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the lid.
MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods Pro
Model number: A2190
Year introduced: 2021
The MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods Pro is compatible with Qi-certified wireless chargers, and it can align magnetically with MagSafe-compatible chargers. There's a Lightning port on the bottom of the case for plug-in charging. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the lid. The last four digits of the serial number are either 1059 or 1NRC.
AirPods Pro Charging Case
Model number: A2190
Year introduced: 2019
Works with AirPods Pro
The AirPods Pro Charging Case works with Qi-certified wireless chargers. There's a Lightning port on the bottom of the case for plug-in charging. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the lid. The last four digits of the serial number are either 0C6L or LKKT.
Wireless Charging Case
Model number: A1938
Year introduced: 2019
Works with AirPods (2nd generation) and AirPods (1st generation)
The Wireless Charging Case is Qi compatible. There's a Lightning port on the bottom of the case for plug-in charging. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the lid.
Lightning Charging Case
Model number: A1602
Year introduced: 2016
Works with AirPods (2nd generation) and AirPods (1st generation)
There's a Lightning port on the bottom of the case for plug-in charging. The status light is on the inside of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the lid.
Looking for the serial number?
You can find the serial number of your AirPods in the same place as the model number. Follow the steps at the beginning of this article. If necessary, you can learn other ways to find the serial number.
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Insights, advice, suggestions, feedback and comments from experts
As an expert in the field of AirPods, I can confidently provide you with information on how to identify the generation and model of your AirPods and their charging case. By following the steps outlined below, you'll be able to determine the specific details of your AirPods.
To find the model number of your AirPods, you have a few options. First, you can go to the Settings menu on your device. If you have iOS 14 or iPadOS 14 or later, go to Settings > Bluetooth. Alternatively, you can go to Settings > [your AirPods]. Look for your AirPods in the list (such as "John's AirPods") and tap the More Info button next to them. If your device doesn't have the latest iOS or iPadOS version and your AirPods are connected, you can find the model number by going to Settings > General > About. Scroll down until you see the name of your AirPods, and then tap the name.
If you're unable to access the Settings menu, you can find the model number directly on your AirPods. The model number is printed on the first line of text on the underside of each AirPod. For AirPods Max, look for the model number underneath the left cushion.
Once you have the model number, you can identify which generation of AirPods you have. Here are the model numbers and corresponding years of introduction for each generation:
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AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C) Model numbers: A3047, A3048, A3049 Year introduced: 2023
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AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning) Model numbers: A2931, A2699, A2698 Year introduced: 2022
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AirPods (3rd generation) Model numbers: A2565, A2564 Year introduced: 2021
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AirPods Max Model number: A2096 Year introduced: 2020
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AirPods Pro Model numbers: A2084, A2083 Year introduced: 2019
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AirPods (2nd generation) Model numbers: A2032, A2031 Year introduced: 2019
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AirPods (1st generation) Model numbers: A1523, A1722 Year introduced: 2016
To identify the charging case of your AirPods, you can use the location of the status light and other details. Here are the model numbers and features for each charging case:
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MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C) for AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Model number: A2968 Year introduced: 2023 Features: Compatible with Qi-certified wireless chargers, MagSafe-compatible, USB-C port for plug-in charging, external speaker for charging and battery status indication, lanyard loop, status light on the front, serial number on the underside of the lid.
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MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning) for AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Model number: A2700 Year introduced: 2022 Features: Compatible with Qi-certified wireless chargers, MagSafe-compatible, Lightning port for plug-in charging, external speaker for charging and battery status indication, lanyard loop, status light on the front, serial number on the underside of the lid.
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Lightning Charging Case for AirPods (3rd generation) Model number: A2897 Year introduced: 2022 Features: Lightning port for plug-in charging, status light on the front, serial number on the underside of the lid.
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MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods (3rd generation) Model number: A2566 Year introduced: 2021 Features: Compatible with Qi-certified wireless chargers, MagSafe-compatible, Lightning port for plug-in charging, status light on the front, serial number on the underside of the lid.
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MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods Pro Model number: A2190 Year introduced: 2021 Features: Compatible with Qi-certified wireless chargers, MagSafe-compatible, Lightning port for plug-in charging, status light on the front, serial number on the underside of the lid. The last four digits of the serial number are either 1059 or 1NRC.
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AirPods Pro Charging Case Model number: A2190 Year introduced: 2019 Features: Works with AirPods Pro, Qi-compatible for wireless charging, Lightning port for plug-in charging, status light on the front, serial number on the underside of the lid. The last four digits of the serial number are either 0C6L or LKKT.
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Wireless Charging Case Model number: A1938 Year introduced: 2019 Features: Works with AirPods (2nd generation) and AirPods (1st generation), Qi-compatible for wireless charging, Lightning port for plug-in charging, status light on the front, serial number on the underside of the lid.
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Lightning Charging Case Model number: A1602 Year introduced: 2016 Features: Works with AirPods (2nd generation) and AirPods (1st generation), Lightning port for plug-in charging, status light on the inside of the case, serial number on the underside of the lid.
Please note that the serial number can also be found in the same location as the model number. If you need further assistance in finding the serial number, refer to the steps mentioned earlier or explore other methods to locate it.
I hope this information helps you accurately identify the generation and model of your AirPods and their charging case. Should you require any further assistance or have any additional questions, I'm here to help!
