Can I connect Apple Airpods to a Toshiba Portege laptop running Windows 8.1? Apple's Airpods promise seamless connectivity to iPhones and Macs through intelligent sensors. 

At work I use my existing Apple Earpods for Skype business conference calls - as they provide a mic and earphones that are simpler and more compatible than other USB based headgear. (They integrate with the earphone/mic combo jack port.)

Now I want to replace my Earpods (which are fantastic) with AirPods. Is this feasible?

My question is: Can I connect Apple Airpods to a Toshiba Portege laptop running Windows 8.1?
I connect mine with various Windows devices.  On my desktop (Win 7 Pro) I put the airpods in discovery mode (push the button on the back until the white light flashes) and then go to Devices.  Select add a device and wait until the list populates.  Your airpods will be there.  Click on it and let the drivers load.