BLE 5.0 Compatible

How to Find Your Lost Apple AirPods 3rd Generation in Minutes

Losing your $169 AirPods 3rd Generation is stressful. But if they still have battery, they're broadcasting an invisible Bluetooth Low Energy signal right now. EarBuddy turns your phone into a radar that can detect that signal and guide you straight to them.

Why Find My Isn't Enough

Find My shows the last location where your AirPods 3 were connected to an Apple device, but cannot provide real-time tracking if they're disconnected.

How EarBuddy Finds Your AirPods 3rd Generation

Because Apple uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE 5.0), your AirPods 3rd Generation constantly broadcasts a short-range signal — even when disconnected. EarBuddy scans for this signal and shows you real-time signal strength on a radar display, guiding you physically to the device.

Open EarBuddy and tap Start Scanning.

Move through the area where you last used your AirPods 3.

The signal meter will respond when you're within Bluetooth range (~30 feet).

Follow the increasing signal strength to narrow down the location.

Check common spots: couch cushions, jacket pockets, desk drawers.

Ready to Find Your AirPods 3rd Generation?

Download EarBuddy and start scanning in seconds. The Bluetooth radar works with all BLE devices — no pairing required.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can EarBuddy find AirPods 3 in the charging case?

Yes. The AirPods 3 charging case emits a BLE signal that EarBuddy can detect, even when the earbuds are stored inside.

How far can EarBuddy detect AirPods 3?

Bluetooth Low Energy typically has a range of 30-50 feet indoors. EarBuddy will detect your AirPods 3 as soon as you're within that range.

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