“What Color Airpods Do You Want?” Explaining the Funny TikTok Trend

PDF download Download Article
Find out why everyone's kidding around about colored airpods
PDF download Download Article

"What color do you want?" It sounds like a totally innocent question, but it's actually a sassy inside joke that's taken over TikTok. We'll tell you exactly what it means so you can goof off with your friends and swap stories about your airpods. We'll even decode what the TikTok community means when they're talking about different LED lights on airpods, like green, orange, and white. Read on to become an expert on airpod colors and learn a fun TikTok trend!

Section 1 of 3:

Meaning Behind “What Color Do You Want?”

PDF download Download Article
  1. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/3\/35\/Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-1.jpg\/v4-460px-Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-1.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/3\/35\/Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-1.jpg\/v4-728px-Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-1.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>\u00a9 2024 wikiHow, Inc. All rights reserved. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. This image is <b>not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc.<br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    If someone asks you what color you want, it's a dead giveaway that the airpods are fake, because Apple's version is all-white. On TikTok, it's all the rage to clown on a relative, usually a well-meaning parent or grandma, for buying cheap off-brand airpods, which come in a range of colors, like pink or blue. Many TikTokers use eyedrops or water to pretend like they're crying. Basically, they act like it's the end of the world and a great tragedy to receive a pair of fake airpods that aren't genuine Apple merchandise. [1]
    • Lots of TikTokers will also play a snippet from R. Kelly's over-the-top musical soap opera, "Trapped In The Closet," to be really dramatic. They're implying that they'll lose their mind, just like the character in the series.
    • Some commenters will usually point out that it's not nice to complain about a gift and that the buyer might be on a budget and that fake airpods are all they can afford.
    2. Advertisement
Section 2 of 3:

Customizing Your Airpods

PDF download Download Article
  1. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/3\/3a\/Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-2.jpg\/v4-460px-Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-2.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/3\/3a\/Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-2.jpg\/v4-728px-Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-2.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>\u00a9 2024 wikiHow, Inc. All rights reserved. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. This image is <b>not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc.<br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    There's a budding community on TikTok that likes to "trick out"—customize—their airpods so that they're not limited to an all-white color scheme. People usually paint the airpods' case, but some users also update the look of the airpods themselves. [2]
    • You can use paint, markers, or even nail polish to add a pop of color to airpods or a case.
    • Some people also use epoxy to add figurines onto their airpods case. For example, you can form epoxy into the shape of an octopus or an anime character and glue it onto the case. [3]
Section 3 of 3:

Meanings of LED Lights on Airpods

PDF download Download Article
  1. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/e\/ef\/Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-3.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/e\/ef\/Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-3.jpg\/v4-728px-Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-3.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>\u00a9 2024 wikiHow, Inc. All rights reserved. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. This image is <b>not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc.<br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    In the middle of your airpods case, a small green light will blink to let you know that your airpods are in good condition and that you can use them right away. You can jam out to your music for up to 3 hours. [4]
  2. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/3\/3e\/Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-4.jpg\/v4-460px-Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-4.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/3\/3e\/Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-4.jpg\/v4-728px-Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-4.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>\u00a9 2024 wikiHow, Inc. All rights reserved. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. This image is <b>not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc.<br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    When your airpods are running low on juice, a small orange light will blink in the center of your airpods case. It's a sign that you should charge your airpods soon if you want to keep enjoying your music.
    • It takes 15 minutes to fully charge your airpods.
  3. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/f\/f2\/Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-5.jpg\/v4-460px-Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-5.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/f\/f2\/Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-5.jpg\/v4-728px-Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-5.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>\u00a9 2024 wikiHow, Inc. All rights reserved. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. This image is <b>not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc.<br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    If you haven't chosen a device to sync your airpods to, then your airpod case will flash with a blinking white light. Choose your phone, computer, or other type of tech to connect your airpods to.
  4. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/9\/97\/Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-6.jpg\/v4-460px-Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-6.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/9\/97\/Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-6.jpg\/v4-728px-Colored-Airpods-Meaning-Step-6.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>\u00a9 2024 wikiHow, Inc. All rights reserved. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. This image is <b>not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc.<br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    Once you connect your airpods to a power supply, the case will flash a blinking white light. It's a sign that your airpods are charging up. When it's finished with that process, it will blink a green light.
    • If your airpods blink a color like red or blue after they've already been charged, they're probably off-brand airpods instead of ones manufactured by Apple. [5]
    5. Advertisement

Expert Q&A

Ask a Question
200 characters left
Include your email address to get a message when this question is answered.
Submit
      Advertisement

      Video

      Tips

      Submit a Tip
      All tip submissions are carefully reviewed before being published
      Submit
      Thanks for submitting a tip for review!

      You Might Also Like

      What to Do if You've Washed Your AirPods: Safe Drying Tips
      How to
      Connect Airpods to Dell Laptop
      How to
      Pair AirPods to an iPhone
      How to Use AirPods with a Peloton Exercise Bike
      10 Easy Ways to Fix the Low Volume on Your AirPods
      5 Ways to Fix AirPods When One is Louder Than the Other
      4 Simple Ways to Turn the Volume Up or Down on AirPods
      The Best Ways to Make AirPods Stay in Your Ears
      Can You Charge AirPods Without a Case? Tricks & Workarounds
      How to Connect AirPods to a PS5
      How to
      Connect a New Airpod to a Case
      How to Charge an AirPod Case Wirelessly or with a Cable
      How to Fix AirPods that Die Quickly: 14 Easy Step-by-Step Methods
      How to Turn Off AirPods Max: Using Low Power Mode to Conserve Your Battery
      Advertisement

      References

      1. ↑ https://www.tiktok.com/@br1elle09/video/7181578561017351466?q=colored%20airpods%20meaning%20grandma&t=1677027255269
      2. ↑ https://www.tiktok.com/@.ham159/video/6804984806431018246?q=colored%20airpods%20epoxy&t=1677027281493
      3. ↑ https://www.tiktok.com/@saltecrafter/video/6789995473487826181?q=colored%20airpods%20epoxy&t=1677027281493
      4. ↑ https://www.tiktok.com/@airpodshacksss/video/6807232911843003653?q=colored%20airpods%20meaning%20&t=1677026061631
      5. ↑ https://www.tiktok.com/@imjustinschmidt/video/6863490181543103750?q=colored%20airpods%20meaning%20&t=1677026061631

      About This Article

      Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 12,120 times.

      Is this article up to date?

      Advertisement