This article explains how to connect Samsung earbuds to a laptop. The instructions apply to Windows and Mac computers.

What to Know

  • First, put the earbuds into pairing mode by wearing them while charged and holding both touchpads.Windows: Go to Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Add device > Bluetooth and select your Galaxy Buds.Mac: Go to the Apple Menu > System Preferences > Bluetooth and select Connect next to the Samsung Buds.

How to Connect Samsung Earbuds to a Windows PC Laptop

Windows PCs will have slightly different instructions depending on which version you’re running, but the below steps will get you to the right menus.

  • If you have never paired your earbuds to a device, opening the case will put them in pairing mode. If you previously paired them to a phone or another device, put the earbuds in your ears and press and hold both touchpads until you hear a series of beeps indicating you are in pairing mode.
  • Right-click the Windows icon on the taskbar.
  • Select Settings.
  • On Windows 10, select Settings > Devices.
  • Select Bluetooth & devices (or Bluetooth & other devices on Windows 10).
  • Select the Bluetooth toggle if it isn’t already on.
  • Select + Add device (or Add Bluetooth or other device on Windows 10).
  • Select Bluetooth.
  • Select your Samsung Galaxy Buds to pair them with your laptop. They should default to this laptop when you turn them on again.
  • If you don’t see your Samsung Buds, make sure they are in pairing mode as outlined in step 1.

How to Connect Samsung Earbuds to a Mac Laptop

Mac laptops running macOS all work the same and require you to navigate to the Bluetooth menu. Here’s how to do that.

If you have never paired your earbuds to a device, opening the case will put them in pairing mode. If you previously paired them to a phone or another device, put the earbuds in your ears and press and hold both touchpads until you hear a series of beeps indicating you are in pairing mode.

Right-click the Windows icon on the taskbar.

Select Settings.

On Windows 10, select Settings > Devices.

Select Bluetooth & devices (or Bluetooth & other devices on Windows 10).

Select the Bluetooth toggle if it isn’t already on.

Select + Add device (or Add Bluetooth or other device on Windows 10).

Select Bluetooth.

Select your Samsung Galaxy Buds to pair them with your laptop. They should default to this laptop when you turn them on again.

If you don’t see your Samsung Buds, make sure they are in pairing mode as outlined in step 1.

  • If you have never paired your earbuds to a device, opening the case will put them in pairing mode. If you previously paired them to a phone or another device, put the earbuds in your ears and press and hold both touchpads until you hear a series of beeps indicating you are in pairing mode.
  • Go to the Apple Menu > System Preferences > Bluetooth.
  • In the Devices list, select Connect next to the Samsung Buds to pair them. They should default to this laptop when you turn them on again.
  • If you don’t see your Samsung Buds, make sure they are in pairing mode as outlined in step 1.

Go to the Apple Menu > System Preferences > Bluetooth.

In the Devices list, select Connect next to the Samsung Buds to pair them. They should default to this laptop when you turn them on again.

To unpair your headphones from your PC, go to the Bluetooth settings, choose your Samsung Buds, and select Disconnect.

  • How do I connect Samsung earbuds to my iPhone?
  • If you have the Samsung Galaxy Buds+ or the Galaxy Buds Live, you can download the Samsung Galaxy Buds app from the App Store, select your model, and connect them to your device. Alternatively, put the earbuds in pairing mode and select them from Settings > Bluetooth > Other Devices on your iPhone.
  • How do I connect my Samsung earbuds to my Samsung TV?
  • Make sure your earbuds are in pairing mode first. Then go to the Bluetooth settings on your Samsung TV and select your Samsung earbuds from the list. On most models, go to Settings > Sound > Sound Output > Bluetooth Speaker List.

If you have the Samsung Galaxy Buds+ or the Galaxy Buds Live, you can download the Samsung Galaxy Buds app from the App Store, select your model, and connect them to your device. Alternatively, put the earbuds in pairing mode and select them from Settings > Bluetooth > Other Devices on your iPhone.

Make sure your earbuds are in pairing mode first. Then go to the Bluetooth settings on your Samsung TV and select your Samsung earbuds from the list. On most models, go to Settings > Sound > Sound Output > Bluetooth Speaker List.

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