To turn on Beats Flex, press and hold the power button on the right control module for 1 second. You will know the earbuds are on when the indicator light flashes, signaling they are ready to pair.
How to turn on Beats Flex wireless earbuds
When the indicator light flashes, the earbuds are on and discoverable for pairing. If the light does not flash, charge the earbuds first using the included USB-C cable.
Pairing your Beats Flex with an iPhone or iPad
- Unlock your iOS device and turn on Bluetooth.
- Hold the Beats Flex next to your unlocked iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
- Follow the on-screen instructions that appear on your device to complete pairing.
Pairing your Beats Flex with a Mac, Android, or other device
- Open the Bluetooth settings menu on your Mac, Android phone, or other Bluetooth device.
- Select “Beats Flex” from the list of discovered Bluetooth devices.
To enter pairing mode manually, press and hold the power button again until the LED indicator flashes red and white. These pairing instructions work with iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac, Android, and other Bluetooth devices.
What to do after your Beats Flex are on
Charge your Beats Flex before first use: connect the USB-C cable and charge until the LED indicator turns green. Put on the Beats Flex and make sure they are connected to your Apple or Android device. Open an audio app and play something, such as a song in Music or an episode in Podcasts.
Adjusting volume and controlling playback
Use the controls on the left control module to manage your audio. To play or pause, press the system button. To increase volume, press or hold the upper half of the volume button. To decrease volume, press or hold the lower half of the volume button. To fast-forward through a song or podcast, press and hold the '+' button for a couple of seconds. To rewind, hold down the '-' button. To skip to the next track, press the multifunction button twice quickly. To go back to the previous track, press the multifunction button three times rapidly. You can also use these controls to answer phone calls, use Siri, and more when wearing the Beats Flex.
Managing calls and using Siri with your Beats Flex
Answer or end a call using the controls on the Beats Flex. To decline an incoming call, press and hold the multifunction button for about two seconds until you hear a beep. To switch to a second incoming call, press the multifunction button once; press again to switch back. To use Siri, first set up Siri if needed, then press and hold the button on the left control module and speak when you hear the tone or chime.
Supported devices and documented limits
Apple’s Beats Flex guide explicitly supports Apple or Android devices. The pairing instructions specifically name iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac, Android, and other Bluetooth devices. If you want to connect Beats wireless earbuds to a new device, simply repeat the pairing steps for that device.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you know Beats Flex are on?
What button starts playback?
The system button on the left control module starts or pauses playback.
Can you use Siri?
Yes, by holding the left control module button after Siri is set up.
Is there a separate Beats app requirement?
No separate Beats app is required for turning on or pairing Beats Flex, as documented on the retrieved support pages.
Can the Beats Flex wireless earbuds be connected to multiple devices simultaneously?
Yes, they can be paired with multiple devices and will automatically connect when in range.
How long does the battery last?
Up to 12 hours of listening time; a 10-minute Fast Fuel charge provides up to 1.5 hours of playback.
Related reading: How Do You Turn On Beats Wireless Earbuds.
