Using AirPods is super simple: just pop them out of the case, pop them in your ears, and you’re good to go. But there are a bunch of great, little-known features of AirPods that make them even more useful and fun. If you want to get the most out of your AirPods, you’ll need to know these tips and tricks.

First released with iOS 13, you can share audio with a friend who has AirPods — and it's super simple. Here's what you do:

This might be the coolest hidden AirPods feature of all. If you use AirPods with an iPhone, you can turn your iPhone into a remote control device and your AirPods into a hearing aid. Picture this: You’re in a crowded, noisy restaurant or bar and it’s nearly impossible to hear the person you’re trying to talk to. If you enable this feature and place your iPhone near that person, your iPhone’s microphone will pick up what they’re saying and send it to your AirPods for easier listening. Crazy, right?! Here’s how to make it work:

With no display and only the status light coming on, it can be tricky to figure out how much battery life is left on your AirPods or their case. There are a few ways to check your battery life, including a few options on iPhone, a way on Mac, and even an audio alert.