Ever wondered if you could listen to your Kindle books instead of reading them? Well, you can! If you’ve got a Kindle Paperwhite and AirPods, you’re in for a treat.
Let’s talk about how you can turn your reading time into listening time.
Your Kindle Paperwhite isn’t just for reading anymore. It can actually connect to wireless headphones, including your AirPods.
This means you can dive into audiobooks anytime, anywhere. Picture yourself relaxing on the couch, eyes closed, letting a story unfold in your ears. Sounds nice, doesn’t it?
AirPods are great for this because they’re comfortable and have really good sound quality. It’s like giving your books a voice. But don’t worry if you don’t have AirPods. Any wireless headphones will work with your Kindle.
You can also check out how to connect AirPods to a PC without Bluetooth if you’re exploring wireless options on other devices too.
In this article, we’ll walk through how to connect your AirPods (or any wireless headphones) to your Kindle Paperwhite.
It’s easier than you might think, and it could change the way you enjoy your books.
How to connect your AirPods to a Kindle Fire tablet
Let’s just connect your AirPods with your Kindle Fire.
- Start by swiping down from the top of your Kindle Fire screen.
- Look for the Bluetooth icon. If it’s not on, tap it to turn it on.
- Press and hold the Bluetooth icon to open the Bluetooth settings.
- Now, grab your AirPods case and open it.
- On the back of the case, you’ll see a small button. Press and hold it until you see a white light flashing.
- Back on your Kindle, tap “Pair new device”.
- You should see your AirPods appear in the list of available devices. Tap on them.
- Then tap “Pair” to connect.
That’s it! Your AirPods are now connected to your Kindle Fire. The next time you want to use them, just take them out of the case and they should connect automatically.
If you run into any issues, like AirPods connected but no sound, try updating your Kindle Fire or restarting it. This often solves most connection problems.
Can you adjust AirPods settings on your Kindle Fire?
So you’ve connected your AirPods to your Kindle Fire. Great! But now you’re probably wondering, “Can I tweak my AirPods settings on this thing?” Well, let me tell you what you can do.
First off, you should know that your AirPods work best with Apple products. When you use them with your Kindle Fire, you won’t have as many options as you would with an iPhone.
But don’t worry. You still have a few things you can adjust.
Here’s how you can access these settings:
- Swipe down from the top of your Kindle Fire screen.
- Tap the Bluetooth icon in the quick-access menu.
- Look for your AirPods in the list and tap the gear icon next to them.
Now, what can you actually change? You’ll see a few toggles:
- HD audio: This turns on higher-quality sound using something called the AAC codec. Fancy, right?
- Phone calls: This lets you choose if you want to use your AirPods for audio and video calls.
- Media audio: This decides if your AirPods play music and video sound.
If you’re using AirPods Pro, you can also troubleshoot your microphone settings if needed by checking solutions for AirPods mic not working properly.
Just press and hold the force sensor on the stem of one of your AirPods. Each time you do this, it’ll switch back and forth between the two modes.
So, while you might not have all the bells and whistles you’d get with an iPhone, you can still customize your AirPods experience on your Kindle Fire a bit.
Play around with these settings and see what works best for you!
How to switch your Kindle Fire’s audio to your AirPods
Ever been in a situation where you’re ready to use your AirPods with your Kindle Fire, but the sound’s coming from somewhere else? Don’t worry. It’s easy to fix! Let me walk you through it.
First, you need to know where to look. Your Kindle Fire manages audio output in something called the Connected Devices menu. Here’s how to get there:
- Swipe down from the top of your screen.
- Find the Bluetooth icon and press and hold it.
Now, let’s see what’s going on with your audio:
- If you see the word “Active” under your AirPods in the list, you’re all set! The sound should be coming through your AirPods.
- If you see another device listed as “Active”, that’s why you’re not hearing anything in your AirPods.
So, how do you switch to your AirPods? It’s simple:
- Look for your AirPods in the “Previously Connected Devices” section.
- Tap on your AirPods.
- Watch as they move up to the “Media Devices” section.
- When you see “Active” appear under your AirPods, you’re good to go!
That’s it! Now, your Kindle Fire should be sending all its audio to your AirPods.
If you’re still not hearing anything, try taking your AirPods out of their case and putting them in your ears. You can also reset your AirPods if necessary.
How to make your AirPods the main sound device on your Kindle Fire
Ever plugged in some wired headphones to your Kindle Fire and then couldn’t get the sound to come through your AirPods?
Don’t worry, it happens to the best of us! Here’s how you can switch back to your AirPods without unplugging anything.
First, you should know that when you plug in headphones or earbuds into your Kindle Fire’s USB-C port or headphone jack, your Kindle thinks, “Oh, they must want to use these!” But we can easily tell it otherwise. Here’s what you need to do:
- Swipe down from the top of your Kindle Fire screen.
- Find the Bluetooth icon and press and hold it.
- Look for your AirPods in the list of devices.
- Tap on your AirPods.
Now, keep an eye on your AirPods in the list. When you see the word “Active” appear underneath them, you’ve done it! Your Kindle Fire will now play all its audio through your AirPods, even with those other headphones still plugged in.
It’s that simple! You don’t need to unplug anything or fiddle with complicated settings. Just a few taps, and you’re back to wireless listening.
Remember, you can always switch back to your wired headphones the same way if you need to.
Your Kindle Fire is flexible like that. It lets you choose how you want to listen. So go ahead and enjoy your audiobooks, music, or videos however you like!
The takeaway
Connecting your AirPods to your Kindle Fire is easier than you might think. With just a few taps, you can enjoy your favorite audiobooks, music, and videos wirelessly.
Remember, you can adjust some settings for your AirPods on your Kindle Fire, like HD audio and call preferences. While you won’t have all the options you’d get with an Apple device, you can still customize your experience.
And if you’re using AirPods Pro, you can even switch between noise canceling and transparency modes directly from your earbuds.
While you’re enjoying wireless listening, make sure you know how to prevent AirPods from overheating during long listening sessions for best performance.
Don’t worry if you’ve accidentally connected to another audio device. Switching back to your AirPods is simple.
Just head to the Bluetooth settings, tap on your AirPods, and you’re good to go. Whether you’re at home or on the go, your Kindle Fire and AirPods make a great team for hands-free listening.
So go ahead, give it a try! Connect your AirPods to your Kindle Fire and dive into your next audiobook or playlist. It’s a whole new way to enjoy your favorite content. Happy listening!
We’d love to hear about your experience using AirPods with your Kindle Fire. Drop a comment below and let us know how it went!

