MacOS Volume Adjustment Bug

If you're using your AirReps on MacOS, you may notice that volume control doesn’t work through the system’s native controls. This happens because most replica AirPods don’t fully integrate with MacOS. To regain control, you can use Background Music, a free and open-source app that lets you adjust volume for individual apps. The only downside is that the volume gestures on the earbuds won’t work, as the native MacOS volume control functionality is unavailable.

PS: This bug isn't present on clones that use the Huilian chipset.

Step 1: Download Background Music

1. Visit the GitHub Release Page: Go to the official release page for Background Music on GitHub:
   BackgroundMusic Releases

2. Download the .pkg Installer: On the release page, find the BackgroundMusic-x.x.x.pkg file. Click the link to download the .pkg file to your Mac.

Step 2: Install Background Music

1. After the download is complete, locate the BackgroundMusic-x.x.x.pkg file in your Downloads folder.

2. Double-click the .pkg file to begin the installation.

3. Follow the On-Screen Instructions:

   • Click Continue on the introductory screen.
   • Review and agree to the license agreement.
   • Choose the installation destination (usually, your Mac’s main hard drive).
   • Click Install and enter your administrator password when prompted.

4. Finish the Installation: After the installation is complete, exit the installer and delete it from your Downloads folder.

Step 3: Launch Background Music

1. Open Background Music: Once installed, you can find Background Music by searching for it in Spotlight or in your Applications folder.

Step 4: Adjust the Volume

Adjust App-Specific Volumes:

Click the Background Music icon in the menu bar.

You will see a list of all running applications with audio output. Adjust the volume slider for the app that's playing audio, such as your music or video player.

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You can add BackgroundMusic to run at startup by going to System Settings > General > Login Items, clicking the + icon, selecting Applications, and then double-clicking BackgroundMusic.