Alex Ruben
How To Perform a Factory Reset on Noise Earbuds Across All Models
If you’ve been fighting with your Noise earbuds—like the Noise Buds VS104, Noise Buds X, Noise Buds VS102, Noise Buds VS303, or Noise Air Buds+—because of weird connection drops or glitchy audio, a factory reset often helps clear out the crap and get things back on track. It’s not always perfect, and sometimes the process can be a little quirky, but generally, it works. Doing this restores the earbuds to their default settings, erases all paired devices, and hopefully, makes them work smoother again. Just a heads up — it might take a couple of tries if things don’t jump right, and you’ll have to re-pair them after.
How to Reset Noise Earbuds: Step-by-Step
Prepare the earbuds and get them ready
First, make sure your earbuds are fully charged. There’s no point trying to reset dead batteries. Open up the charging case and take them out. Keep them close to your phone or computer so you can pair right after.
On some models, you might need to be near your device to reset properly. Also, if the earbuds have a firmware updater (check the app if you have one), it’s worth updating before messing with resets. Sometimes outdated firmware makes resets act weird.
Close the case to prep for reset
After removing the earbuds, shut the charging case. Yep, close it firmly. This sometimes signals the earbuds that you’re about to do something reset-related, at least on some models. It’s weird but kind of necessary. Then, make sure they’re still close by, ready for the reset command.
Perform the primary reset method
Press and hold the sensor button (or touch controls if that’s what your model uses) on each earbud at the same time for about 5 seconds. If your earbuds don’t have dedicated buttons, the touch sensors usually work. You’ll know it’s happening because you’ll see a white LED blink three times, signaling that the reset kicks off. It’s super subtle sometimes, so don’t get discouraged if it’s not obvious at first. This step clears previous pairing info and resets the buds to factory settings.
Note: On some setups, you might need to do this multiple times, or sometimes it only works if you release the buttons just right. Medium frustration, but not unusual.
Alternative reset: tapping the sensors
If the initial hold didn’t do much, try tapping the sensor button on each earbud five times quickly. Some models interpret that as a reset command, kind of like a secret handshake. Make sure you tap firmly enough. On some devices, this also resets the earbuds. Just keep in mind, inconsistent tapping might give mixed results.
Reconnect the earbuds after resetting
Once reset, the earbuds are essentially new, so you’ll need to pair them again. Open the Bluetooth settings on your device, search for new devices, and select your Noise earbuds — usually labeled as “Noise Buds” or similar. If they don’t show up right away, turn Bluetooth off/on or restart your device. Sometimes, that’s what it takes for them to reappear. Be patient, especially if you’re doing this for the first time — on one machine, it worked immediately, on another, took several tries.
Extra tips & common pitfalls
Here are some things that might trip you up or help speed things along:
- Full battery charge helps, especially if the earbuds are low on juice. Not sure why it works, but the reset can fail if batteries are too drained.
- If nothing seems to work, check if there’s a firmware update in the Noise app or from their website. Outdated firmware can mess with resets.
- Avoid interference during reset and pairing—turn off other Bluetooth devices nearby or move to a less crowded Wi-Fi zone. Because of course, Bluetooth has to be a pain sometimes.
Wrap-up
Resetting your Noise earbuds can fix a handful of strange issues, especially connection and audio glitches. It’s not always foolproof, but it’s worth a shot before giving up. Just remember, resets will wipe all paired devices, so you’ll have to start fresh afterward. If all else fails, contacting support or checking for updates might be the next step.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I reset my Noise earbuds?
Only when they start acting up — like dropping connections or audio bugs. No need to reset after every use, that’s just overkill.
Will resetting delete my pairings?
Yup. Resetting clears all saved pairs, so you’ll need to pair them again afterward. It’s like giving them a fresh start.
What if they still won’t connect after reset?
Make sure nothing’s interfering, check your Bluetooth on the device, maybe restart your phone or laptop. If that doesn’t help, support might have more tricks up their sleeve.