After almost a year Since AirBuddy is compatible with macOS Catalina and AirPods Pro, we have the second version of the program in view. AirBuddy 2 can now be pre-purchased through its official website And it's still one of the best options out there for pairing our Apple wireless headphones with our Macs.
AirPods connect instantly with iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. However, on the Mac we must connect to them as if it were any other bluetooth device. In this way, some appeal and convenience are lost in Apple's wireless proposition.
AirBuddy developed by Guilherme Rambo, comes to solve these little problems. A small app that its creator made as a project for himself, and seeing its success, he decided to put it in the hands of the public. The price has since gone up. We have gone from approximately 5 euros to a current cost of 10,43 including VAT.
AirPods work with the Mac as they do with other Apple devices. By opening the case of the headphones next to the Mac, we can see the current status of it. With just one click, it will instantly connect and play your Mac's audio through your AirPods. Powerful gestures and automation allow us to connect and change listening mode, microphone input, and output volume, without having to open System Preferences or the Bluetooth menu.
These are the news from the AirBuddy update:
- Show the status of your AirPods Pro or other Apple and Beats headphones when they're near your Mac.
- Connect and change the listening mode on AirPods Pro with a single swipe gesture on the trackpad.
- Shows the status and batteries of all your Apple and Beats devices at a glance with the status bar menu, including iPhones, iPads, Apple Watch and other Macs
- Quickly connect to AirPods, switch between listening modes, and more using the status bar menu or keyboard shortcuts