Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods 2, AirPods 3, AirPods Pro 1 and AirPods Max

[Tagbert]

Were Apple forced to create that page with AirPods release notes, or something? Because it doesn't seem worth bothering if they just post "Bug fixes and other improvements" every time.

that is pretty much all they ever note on AirPods release notes.

 

[frou]

that is pretty much all they ever note on AirPods release notes.

Yes, that is the question, why did Apple feel the need to put up this low-information page in the first place?

 

[Lounge vibes 05]

Attempting to install on the max now, hoping this fixes lower ANC.
Will report back on my findings

Update: while obviously, I can’t do a direct side-by-side comparison, once they’ve updated they’ve updated, it seems to be about the same.
Maybe slightly slightly better, but even then probably not

 

[misterpip]

just updated airpods max. I now have the new gentler Siri tone when pressing the digital crown. It's now easier on the ears, because the previous tone was too shrill (for me, anyway)

won't get a chance to properly try out ANC until tomorrow

 

[1885507]

Very seldom do I criticize  but this upgrade schema of charging and hoping it works updates (i.e., "Plug and Pray") is really getting old.

 

[Technerd108]

Updating these 1st gen Pro's is a real pain. They just won't update? Any way to install an update other than plugging into a charger and hoping??

 

[ArrayDecay]

It won't let me update. 😭

 

[tonie walker]

hope this make my APM sound like €629 again...

 

[amaze1499]

This update enables new colours. Rumour has it, you can also run Safari as audio only UI. Exciting!

 

[aforty]

The instructions posted here to check AirPods version needs to be updated as these are no longer the same for iOS 16, now its under settings->Airpods

That's only if the AirPods are currently plugged in, the listed method allows you to check whatever AirPods are paired in general.

 

[rishey]

I live for updates, even when they don't do anything. Is this a mental illness?

 

[1885507]

I live for updates, even when they don't do anything. Is this a mental illness?

Windows users run from updates, almost like it's a competition of who can hold out the longest from updating.

Meanwhile, Mac users compete (esp on MR) over who can get hit refresh and update the fastest.

 

[Kazgarth]

Which Airpod is getting hit with ANC nerf this time?

 

[neliason]

I’ve had AirPods 2 for I guess a couple of years now. I think they don’t connect as fast as they used to, an increasingly common experience with Apple products. If I have an incoming call and pull my AirPods out of the case it can take twenty seconds to connect. That is useless.

 

[BugeyeSTI]

Plugged both iPhone and Airpod Pro's (Gen 1) for charging. Checked firmware 20 minutes later and they had updated.. Not sure I can tell much of a difference in ANC or quality of sound.

 

[leventozler]

Connect your airpods to your mac, open console and start logging. Search "UARPUpdater" and you'll be able to see the progress or errors etc.

 

[TheMountainLife]

Hopefully this resolves an issue that occurs in congested areas like airports and venues where there's significant drop outs every few seconds with my APP2

 

[tidybowl]

Actually both ways work.

I found it was easier to goto Settings then Bluetooth - click on the "I" next to the AirPods which then tells your the firmware version.

 

[BigMcGuire]

Steps I use to update firmware:
1. Plug in AirPods to power next to iPhone.
2. Open Airpods case so it shows connected to iPhone.
3. On iPhone go to Settings --> General --> About and then open the AirPods there.
Then don't touch anything for 15 mins. Usually does it. Sometimes repeating steps 1-3 are required.

My AirPods 3 updated almost instantly.

My AirPods Max sat there ... for a long time... finally I put them back in their case, took them out, plugged them in and ... poof they updated.

I'm no audiophile but I can't tell the diff on the ANC - works just like it did before.


Other topic:
Am I the only one who doesn't like Spatialize Stereo on my Maxes? But on the Airpods 3/Pro 2 I prefer that on.

 

[I7guy]

Plugged both iPhone and Airpod Pro's (Gen 1) for charging. Checked firmware 20 minutes later and they had updated.. Not sure I can tell much of a difference in ANC or quality of sound.

Mine updated after about a half hour of being plugged in. Didn't try them out yet.

 

[sparky672]

Connect your airpods to your mac, open console and start logging. Search "UARPUpdater" and you'll be able to see the progress or errors etc.

What's the exact procedure for connection? The only time I can connect AirPods to my Mac is when they are in my ears. But then AFAIK, they won't update outside of the AirPods case.

 

[Jutah]

Connect your airpods to your mac, open console and start logging. Search "UARPUpdater" and you'll be able to see the progress or errors etc.

Is there a way to reinstall again the firmware or downgrade? On my APP2 the ANC has been wrecked.

 

[rbjrocks]

Updating these 1st gen Pro's is a real pain. They just won't update? Any way to install an update other than plugging into a charger and hoping??

I kept listening to music, they updated..

 

[BigMcGuire]

Is there a way to reinstall again the firmware or downgrade? On my APP2 the ANC has been wrecked.

I don't think there is a way to do this. I'd try repairing? (Settings --> Bluetooth --- forget. Hold button on back of AirPods with top open near iPhone to re-pair).

My APP2 sound identical before/after the update. I test with a fan next to my desk.

 

[whadzinaname]

I just checked my Airpods 3 and they're already updated!