Question: why can i not connect my airpods to my mac?
Answer: If you're using AirPods (1st generation), make sure that your Mac is using macOS Sierra or later. Choose Apple menu  > System Preferences, then click Bluetooth. If your Airpods appear in the list of devices* but they don't connect, remove your AirPods from the list: ... Click the X to the right of your AirPods.