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Extend AirPods Lifespan: Repair, Resell, or Repurpose Old Earbuds

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Instead of discarding old AirPods, users can opt for battery replacements through Apple or third-party services, which is significantly cheaper than purchasing new devices. Apple offers replacements for individual earbuds or charging cases, and provides free battery service under warranty or AppleCare if capacity drops below 80%. Alternatively, old AirPods can be sold on resale platforms like eBay or Facebook Marketplace, or repurposed as backup earbuds, gym headphones, or for specific uses like listening to a Roku device. AI

RANK_REASON Article provides advice on extending the life of an existing consumer electronics product, rather than announcing a new product or significant industry development.

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Extend AirPods Lifespan: Repair, Resell, or Repurpose Old Earbuds

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Filipe Espósito) ·

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