Apple Releases Beta Firmware Update for AirPods

[MacRumors]

Following today's keynote event, Apple has released a beta firmware update that is limited to developers, with the software adding some of the new features that were announced on stage.

There's a new Adaptive Audio feature for the AirPods that combines Transparency and Active Noise Cancellation to dynamically match the conditions of the environment that you're in.

You can stay present in your environment while distracting noises are reduced, listening to music without missing what's going on around you. When someone is nearby, a conversation awareness option will lower the sound of the music and focus on voices, while also cutting out background noise.

The Adaptive Audio and conversation functions also work on calls to make it easier for you to hear the person you're speaking with while you're out and about.

Apple is also improving automatic switching across the Apple ecosystem, so you can swap between devices more quickly than before.

The new firmware is limited to developers at the current time.

Article Link: Apple Releases Beta Firmware Update for AirPods

 

[ediks]

all of the new features announced today are only for the Pro 2nd gen?

 

[Michael Scrip]

I was ready to order AirPods Pro with USB-C charging case.

The wait continues...

 

[JGIGS]

Some cool features if they work as well as advertised.

 

[Richdmoore]

all of the new features announced today are only for the Pro 2nd gen?

My question as well. I am trying to wait to upgrade until usb-c replaces the lightning case at least.

 

[zorinlynx]

How do you install this? Do you need to be running iOS Beta?

 

[Brenster]

As someone with autism who uses AirPods Pro (2nd gen) and Max to listen to music and to control/suppress environmental audio stimulation, the new AirPods adaptive audio feature was quite possibly my favourite announcement of the day. Sure, the new macs and Visio pro will get all of the column inches (and rightfully so), but adaptive audio and improved device switching will improve my day to day work & home life the most.

 

[cutlub]

I curious to owners of the current APP2 users: do any of you mind charging via lightning or magsafe?
It's never been a problem for me, but I understand usb-c holdouts.

 

[DavidLeblond]

I didn't watch the stream yet, only read the live feed here... did they really show off all these features without saying which AirPods it was for? I'm assuming this is only for the Pros, which sucks as I have 3's but still...

 

[Geminiwave]

confused....it says they're adding this to AirPods...which don't have noise canceling. so does this add noise canceling to the AirPods 3???

 

[iPode]

I curious to owners of the current APP2 users: do any of you mind charging via lightning or magsafe?
It's never been a problem for me, but I understand usb-c holdouts.

I don't mind charging via lightning at all, the charging speed is good enough for me.

 

[dannynjoni]

I curious to owners of the current APP2 users: do any of you mind charging via lightning or magsafe?
It's never been a problem for me, but I understand usb-c holdouts.

Mine haven't been plugged into lightning cable since purchasing them. I only ever charge wirelessly.

 

[Richdmoore]

I curious to owners of the current APP2 users: do any of you mind charging via lightning or magsafe?
It's never been a problem for me, but I understand usb-c holdouts.

Honestly it is because less cable types to carry are better for me. Is it a big deal? Not at all. But since I don't own the new ones yet, it is worth the wait (as long as my v1 still works fine, I would buy new pod pro's tomorrow.

 

[Paninnguaq]

Does the adaptive thingy work on the Max as well?

 

[srknpower]

Looks like Apple drops support for the 2nd gen AirPods.

 

[greenorblue]

Still no mention of Bluetooth LE Audio. Hopefully it's in there somewhere...

 

[bookcase]

I curious to owners of the current APP2 users: do any of you mind charging via lightning or magsafe?
It's never been a problem for me, but I understand usb-c holdouts.

I've only ever charged mine with my Apple Watch charger, which is great. But I don't care if I need to use the lightning cable, either.

 

[RNB]

I curious to owners of the current APP2 users: do any of you mind charging via lightning or magsafe?
It's never been a problem for me, but I understand usb-c holdouts.

I've got a dozen or more Lightning cables, plus 3 charging pads (not magsafe ones). Plus more cables in each car. I'm looking forward to USB-C to match my M1 Air, but the lack of C on my AirPods certainly isn't an issue.

 

[Fozamo]

I was ready to order AirPods Pro with USB-C charging case.

The wait continues...

You can get an adapter

 

[Michael Scrip]

You can get an adapter

DongleLife™



Seriously though... I'm hoping one day that I can use the same cable to charge a Macbook, an iPhone, and Airpods.

If the next iPhone has USB-C... you'd think the next Airpods will have USB-C too. Fingers crossed!

 

[joshy123]

anyone know the build number for the firmware

 

[AccenT]

Does this work on the APP 1?

 

[rolfwiggum]

all of the new features announced today are only for the Pro 2nd gen?

Yes, gen 2 only https://www.apple.com/uk/newsroom/2023/06/airpods-redefine-the-personal-audio-experience/

This fall, software updates across AirPods will unlock powerful new capabilities to transform the personal audio experience. AirPods Pro (2nd generation) become easier to use across environments and interactions with three powerful new features: Adaptive Audio, Personalised Volume, and Conversation Awareness.

 

[robfoll]

Adaptive Transparency has been a lifesaver for me in loud concerts; improvements as described can only be welcomed!

 

[Richdmoore]

Yes, gen 2 only https://www.apple.com/uk/newsroom/2023/06/airpods-redefine-the-personal-audio-experience/

Thanks for the confirmation. My gen 1 works well enough, but I am sure I will eventually like the upgrade once I feel the need to upgrade.