Pair Apple Airpods with Ubuntu/Linux on Thinkpad

Connecting Airpods with Ubuntu/Linux on your Thinkpad for the first time can be really hectic. But with a few steps, we can get this done very easily.

Open Terminal in your Thinkpad and run the following commands.

1. Update your Bluetooth Controller Mode.

sudo sed -i \
  '/ControllerMode/c\ControllerMode = bredr' \
  /etc/bluetooth/main.conf

2. Restart your Bluetooth.

sudo /etc/init.d/bluetooth restart

Now connect your Airpods again and enjoy ;)