Get the Battery Widget
Instead of opening the AirPods case, you can check your AirPod’s battery level using the batteries widget found in recent versions of iOS. To enable this widget, follow the steps below:
- Tap and hold on any open section of your home screen.
- Press the + button in the upper left corner.
- Use the search box to find the “Batteries” widget.
- Tap the widget and swipe left and right to choose the style you want to add to your home screen.
Once enabled, you can see the battery percentage of each AirPod while they are being used. You can also see the case’s battery level if you bring it near your iPhone and open the case.