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July 8, 2024

How to identify the AirPods charging case

AirPods by Apple have become an integral part of many of our lives. Their wireless charging case is one of the key components that ensure convenient use of these headphones. However, with various models of charging cases, it can sometimes be difficult to determine which model you have. This article will help you identify the different models of charging cases for AirPods by their unique features.

How to Recognize Different Models of Charging Cases by Apple

Each model of the charging case has unique features that distinguish it. You can identify the model of your AirPods charging case by the location of the status indicator and other details.

MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C) for AirPods Pro (2nd generation)

Model number: A2968
Year introduced: 2023
Identifying features:

On the bottom of the case:
- USB-C port for charging with a cable.
- External speaker that signals charging and battery status.
On the front of the case, there is a status indicator.
On the bottom of the lid, the serial number is displayed.
On the side, there are holes for a lanyard.

MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning) for AirPods Pro (2nd generation)

Model number: A2700
Year introduced: 2022
Identifying features:

On the bottom of the case:
- USB-C port for charging with a cable.
- External speaker that signals charging and battery status.
On the front of the case, there is a status indicator.
On the bottom of the lid, the serial number is displayed.
On the side, there are holes for a lanyard.

Lightning Charging Case for AirPods (3rd generation)

Model number: A2897
Year introduced: 2022
Identifying features:

On the bottom of the case, there is a Lightning port for charging with a cable.
On the front of the case, there is a status indicator.
On the bottom of the lid, the serial number is displayed.

MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods (3rd generation)

Model number: A2566
Year introduced: 2021
Identifying features:

On the bottom of the case, there is a Lightning port for charging with a cable.
On the front of the case, there is a status indicator.
On the bottom of the lid, the serial number is displayed.

MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods Pro

Model number: A2190
Year introduced: 2021
Identifying features:

On the bottom of the case, there is a Lightning port for charging with a cable.
On the front of the case, there is a status indicator.
On the bottom of the lid, the serial number is displayed.
The last four digits of the serial number are either 1059 or 1NRC.

AirPods Pro Charging Case

Model number: A2190
Year introduced: 2019
Identifying features:

On the bottom of the case, there is a Lightning port for charging with a cable.
On the front of the case, there is a status indicator.
On the bottom of the lid, the serial number is displayed.
The last four digits of the serial number are either 0C6L or LKKT.

Wireless Charging Case

Model number: A1938
Year introduced: 2019
Identifying features:

On the bottom of the case, there is a Lightning port for charging with a cable.
On the front of the case, there is a status indicator.
On the bottom of the lid, the serial number is displayed.

Lightning Charging Case

Model number: A1602
Year introduced: 2016
Identifying features:

On the bottom of the case, there is a Lightning port for charging with a cable.
Inside the case there is a status indicator.
On the bottom of the lid, the serial number is displayed.

We believe this article has helped you identify your charging case model. If you need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

If you have a damaged or non-functional charging case, or if you have lost it, you can find a replacement charging case and also a cover on our e-shop. We offer spare parts for AirPods, individual replacement earbuds, and complete sets of earbuds. Visit our e-shop and find everything you need for your AirPods.

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