Connect AirPods to iPhone using the following steps:

1. Unlock your iPhone and go to the Home Screen
2. Open your AirPods charging case (with the AirPods inside) and hold it next to your phone
3. Tap Connect on the setup animation screen and follow the prompts

Apple AirPods connect to your iPhone using Bluetooth, but once they are connected, the connection is saved in your iCloud account so any other Apple devices you use will automatically connect to your AirPods (if you are signed in with the same Apple ID).