Getting Started

To start using MagicPods for Linux, switch to Desktop Mode and launch the app. Connect your headphones — the app will automatically complete the initial setup.

To make things easier, you can add a shortcut via Settings → Add shortcut to menu. You’ll find the app in the Start Menu under Utilities afterward.

About This Software

Bring Your AirPods Experience to SteamOS

Use AirPods, Beats, compatible Galaxy Buds, and Pixel Buds on SteamOS with full control and battery monitoring. MagicPods for Linux seamlessly integrates your headphones with Steam Deck and Steam Machine, bringing iOS-style functionality to your gaming setup.

Battery Monitoring

View battery levels inside the app, in the tray widget, or through the free MagicPods Decky Loader plugin. Works with all AirPods, most Beats, and many other Bluetooth headphones.

Noise Control

Switch between available noise control modes directly from the app. Noise cancellation, transparency, adaptive, and off modes are supported on AirPods, Beats, Galaxy Buds, and Pixel Buds (model dependent).

Pop-Up Animation

An iPhone-style pop-up window appears when you open the charging case of your AirPods or Beats, showing battery information.

Hotkeys

Control your headphones, switch noise control modes, and manage Bluetooth connections with customizable keyboard shortcuts in Desktop Mode.

Bluetooth Management

Connect and disconnect headphones, turn Bluetooth on or off, and switch audio codecs and profiles directly from the app.

Unlock AirPods & Beats Magic

Customize your headphones directly from SteamOS, without needing an iOS device.

Ear Detection

Automatically pause playback, lower volume, or switch audio to your speakers when you remove your earbuds.

HD Microphone

Get significantly better microphone quality on compatible headphones with the H2 chip compared to standard Bluetooth Hands-Free mode.

Custom Equalizer

Adjust bass, mids, and treble to customize your sound.

Earbud Press and Hold

Choose which noise control modes you can switch between directly from your headphones.

Conversation Awareness

Automatically lower the volume when you start speaking and restore it when you finish.

Even More Control

• Personalized Volume

• Adaptive Audio Noise Level Adjustment

• Off Listening Mode

• Noise Cancellation with One AirPod

• Audio Output Switching

• Press Speed

• Press and Hold Duration

• Call Controls

• Volume Swipe Customization

• Digital Crown Direction

• Tones Volume

• Optimized Charge Limit

• Pause When Asleep

Available features depend on your headphone model and firmware.

Privacy First

No data collection. Fully offline. No ads. No subscriptions.