AirPods Pro now have 10+ hidden controls in iOS 26, here’s the full list

AirPods have long supported touch controls via the earbuds’ stems, but the list of supported actions and gestures has grown substantially over time—including in iOS 26. Here are all of the 10+ hidden controls now offered by AirPods Pro.

AirPods Pro keep adding more new features tied to touch controls and gestures

iOS 26 introduced a variety of new AirPods Pro features, including a couple that rely on physical gestures using AirPods’ stems.

Live Translation and Camera Remote both expand the number of features activated via AirPods touch controls or gestures.

You might wonder: how many different AirPods features are hidden behind a physical interaction?

The number varies based on which AirPods you’re using. But for AirPods Pro, there are more than 10 total options.

Here’s the full list of AirPods Pro features tied to touch controls and gestures:

Play & Pause Audio : Press the stem.

: Press the stem. Play Next Track : Double-press the stem.

: Double-press the stem. Play Previous Track : Triple-press the stem.

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