Apple Releases Firmware Update for AirPods Pro

[MacRumors]

Apple today released a new firmware update for the AirPods Pro, which were originally released on October 30.

Today's firmware update is labeled as 2B588, up from 2B584, which was the release version of the firmware that the AirPods Pro shipped with.

There's no word on what's included in the firmware update, but it may improve connectivity or resolve other small issues with the earbuds.

The firmware update will install automatically when connecting the AirPods Pro to your iPhone or iPad, and it could take some time for the update to become available for everyone. To check the firmware of your AirPods Pro, follow these steps:

1. Launch the Settings app on your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad.
2. Tap General.
3. Tap About.
4. Scroll down to AirPods Pro and tap it.
5. The firmware number is listed under "Firmware Version."

There's no reliable way to force a firmware update on the AirPods Pro, so AirPods Pro owners will need to be patient and expect the AirPods Pro to be updated over the course of regular use.

Article Link: Apple Releases Firmware Update for AirPods Pro

 

[penajmz]

Hopefully it fixes the issues where one AirPod shows a red exclamation mark when you open the case.

 

[zombierunner]

There will be a day when we will download firmware updates for the toothbrush.

 

[newyorksole]

I hate how prone the ear tips are to lint/hair/dust. Pain to clean.

 

[H3LL5P4WN]

Where do you even check to see the firmware build number?

Edit: Thank you everyone who has responded with how to check the firmware, especially those who responded before MR edited the article itself! 🤘

 

[alexandr]

There will be a day when we will download firmware updates for the toothbrush.

after the bug in the initial software release knocks half of your teeth out.

 

[Internet Enzyme]

I’ve had some obnoxious charging and connectivity issues with the AirPods pro. Theyre nowhere near as magical as everyone led me to believe.

 

[H3LL5P4WN]

There will be a day when we will download firmware updates for the toothbrush.

I wish they'd update the firmware on my Oral-B.

 

[jfim88]

Where do you even check to see the firmware build number?

With AirPods connected, go to Settings/General/Information and search for Airpods.

 

[christian.terra]

I hate how prone the ear tips are to lint/hair/dust. Pain to clean.

open case, go to settings, about, and there is a airpods section

 

[MacBird]

Where do you even check to see the firmware build number?

Settings > General > About > scroll down to AirPod Pro and tap on it.

This only works if the AirPods are connected.

 

[lostngone]

Proof of a not ready to ship product.

 

[Lobwedgephil]

Proof of a not ready to ship product.

Updating the firmware means it wasn't ready?

 

[PezRadar]

Proof of a not ready to ship product.

Because of a firmware update?

My freaking Nintendo Switch has had like 20+.. does that mean it is not ready to ship?

What a stupid comment.

 

[dan9700]

why is there no way to do update normally like every other device it takes ages to just see if it updates

 

[Remy149]

Proof of a not ready to ship product.

I’ve been using airpods pro since launch day with 0 issues. Would you rather they not give their hardware updates?

 

[RigoStar]

That won't fix the very average sound quality and my sealing issue. Even the Pros are still falling. Returning them today.

 

[crouchingtiger]

I’ve had some obnoxious charging and connectivity issues with the AirPods pro. Theyre nowhere near as magical as everyone led me to believe.

I'm curious if you could elaborate, as they've been flawless for me (using on an iPhone and iPad). My original Airpods had an issue where the connection for one Airpod was a little bit dodgy so about 10% of the time I put them back in the case, that AirPod wouldn't start charging and would be dead the next time I used them. So I learned to jiggle it a little bit which cleared things up.

 

[lostngone]

Updating the firmware means it wasn't ready?

This close to after the product release? YES! This isn't a bug that cropped up after long term extended use or after a change in a production or internal parts supplier change.

 

[joeblough]

i got the update - opened the case and the sheet came up showing the battery status. i could then see my phone connect to apple (monitoring connections on my router) and download something from the appleimg server. i left the case open on the desk next to the phone but didnt put the airpods in my ears. about 5 mins later the case flashed orange once, which must have been a reboot. the about screen shows the new FW version.

 

[Solver]

Proof of a not ready to ship product.

Right. And when Apple stops updating iPhones they’ll finally be ready. /s
Using this logic, the iPhone 4S and 5 may finally be ready.

 

[rgbrock1]

Proof of a not ready to ship product.

It's obvious you know nothing about technology.

 

[GrindBoxNotGears]

There will be a day when we will download firmware updates for the toothbrush.

You’ve never heard of the “Sonicare DiamondClean Smart Sonic electric toothbrush?”

 

[ArrayDecay]

There will be a day when we will download firmware updates for the toothbrush.

I fear the day when my dental floss becomes self-aware.

 

[Joe Rossignol]

Proof of a not ready to ship product.

The regular AirPods receive firmware updates all the time too. I can't tell if you're serious/trolling