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In this article we will show you how to turn Siri off on AirPods Max, AirPods Pro, Pro 2. Siri constantly stopping what you’re listening to on your AirPods is one of the most annoying things you can do. One minute, you’re using your AirPods to listen to your favorite podcast. The next, Siri’s bubble and voiceover cut in and made it hard to listen.
When this happens more than once in a short amount of time, it can be very annoying. How can you get the most out of your free time when Siri keeps interrupting you? This guide works for all versions of AirPods, including the first, second, and third generations, as well as the AirPods Pro. Siri lets you make calls, ask questions, send messages, and do other things with your AirPods. But let’s look at how to turn Siri off on AirPods Max, AirPods Pro, Pro 2 if you don’t use it or if it turns on by accident.
Why would you want to turn off Siri on your AirPods?
- Privacy concerns: Some individuals might have privacy concerns and prefer not to use voice assistants like Siri, as it involves capturing and processing voice commands. By turning off Siri on AirPods, they can mitigate potential privacy risks.
- Accidental activations: Siri can sometimes be activated accidentally when using AirPods, especially if the “Hey Siri” feature is enabled. This can interrupt your listening experience or cause unintended actions. Turning off Siri prevents such accidental activations.
- Battery conservation: Siri processing voice commands can consume battery power on your AirPods. If you’re looking to maximize your AirPods’ battery life, disabling Siri can be an option.
- Personal preference: Some users simply prefer not to use Siri or have no need for its voice assistant capabilities on their AirPods. They might find it more convenient to rely on manual interactions with their devices instead.
How to turn Siri off on AirPods Max, AirPods Pro, Pro 2
On iPhone and iPad

- Open the Settings app.
- In the Settings menu, tap [Your Name] AirPods/Pro (or Bluetooth > Info icon next to your AirPods for iOS 15 or older iPadOS versions).
- For 1st or 2nd generation AirPods, under “Double-Tap on AirPod”, tap Left and Right to switch from Siri to Play/Pause, Next Track, Previous Track, or Off.
- For AirPods Pro and 3rd generation AirPods Pro, under “Press and Hold AirPods”, tap Left and Right and switch from Siri to “Noise Control”.
On Mac
- Select the AirPods icon on the Mac’s menu bar or open the Control Center (select the icon with two sliders) and expand Sound.
- Then, choose [Your Name]’s AirPods/Pro Settings.
- Depending on the model of your AirPods, make the following change:
- The first and second generations of AirPods: Choose Left Double Tap and Right Double Tap, and then switch Siri to Play/Pause, Next Track, Previous Track, or Off.
- AirPods Pro and the AirPods Pro from the third generation: Open the Left and Right menus next to Press and hold and change from Siri to Noise Control.
How to Disable “Hey Siri” and Siri Announcements on AirPods
On iPhone and iPad
- Open Settings.
- Scroll down to Siri & Search and tap it.
- Turn off the switches by Listen for “Hey Siri,”. Also, tap Announce Calls and Announce Notifications and turn off both of them to stop Siri from telling you about notifications over your AirPods.
On Mac
- Select System Preferences/Settings from the Apple menu.
- Choose Siri & Spotlight from the sidebar and turn off the switch next to Listen for Hey Siri.
- If you want to turn off Siri completely on your Mac, turn off the switch next to “Ask Siri.”
Benefits of disabling Siri on your AirPods
- Privacy: When you turn off Siri, your AirPods will stop listening for the “Hey Siri” command all the time. This can help protect your privacy by stopping Siri from being activated or recorded by accident.
- Longer battery life: If you turn off Siri, your AirPods won’t be actively listening for voice commands, which can help save battery life. This is especially helpful if you don’t use Siri with your AirPods very often or if you prefer to control the functions of your device by hand.
- Less interruptions: If you turn off Siri, it won’t be able to stop what you’re listening to. This can help if Siri’s prompts or answers get in the way while you’re listening to music, watching a video, or listening to a podcast.
- Customizable controls: If you turn off Siri, you can change what happens when you double-tap or touch your AirPods to do other things, like play/pause audio, skip tracks, or turn on a different voice assistant if it’s supported.
- Reduced Accidental Activation: If you often activate Siri on your AirPods by accident, turning Siri off can help stop this from happening. This gives you more control over when and how you use voice commands.
Questions and Answers
Click on Notifications. Find the Announce Notifications box in the Siri area and tap on it. The button that says “Announce Notifications” should be green. Tap it to turn the feature off.
Go back to the settings app’s main page on iOS or iPadOS and choose the Siri and Search menu. When you get there, the first thing you should see is a switch for “Listen for Hey Siri.” If you turn it off, Siri will no longer listen through your AirPods or anywhere else.
You can also go to Settings and then AirPods. Tap the button that says “More Info” next to your AirPods. Choose the left or right AirPod to decide which one you want to double-tap to use Siri, play or pause audio, or skip between tracks.