AIRPODS FIRMWARE UPDATES
Discover Your AirPods Firmware Edition AirPods firmware updates are seamlessly delivered when your earbuds are charging and within Bluetooth proximity of your iPhone, iPad, or Mac connected to Wi-Fi. You can also verify that your AirPods have the most recent firmware using your Apple device.
To confirm your AirPods’ firmware edition with an iPhone or iPad, ensure you’re running the latest iOS or iPadOS version. Navigate to Settings > Bluetooth and tap the Information button adjacent to your AirPods’ name. Within the About section, locate the firmware edition.
To use a Mac for verifying the firmware status of your AirPods, ensure the latest macOS version is installed. Press and hold the Option key while selecting Apple menu > System Information. Click Bluetooth and locate the firmware version under your AirPods. With macOS Ventura, you can also choose Apple menu > System Settings, click Bluetooth, and then click the Information button next to your AirPods’ name.
If you don’t have access to an Apple device, schedule an appointment at an Apple Store or with an Apple Authorized Service Provider to update your firmware.
Current Firmware Versions:
- AirPods Pro (2nd generation): 5E135
- AirPods Pro (1st generation): 5E135
- AirPods (2nd and 3rd generation): 5E135
- AirPods Max: 5E135
- AirPods (1st generation): 6.8.8
Version 5E135 Release Notes:
- Resolved issues and additional enhancements
Version 5E133 Release Notes:
- Resolved issues and additional enhancements
Version 5B59 Release Notes:
- Resolved issues and additional enhancements
Version 5B58 Release Notes:
- Resolved issues and additional enhancements
Version 5A377 Release Notes:
- Resolved issues and additional enhancements
Version 5A374 Release Notes:
- Introduced features and functionalities to support AirPods Pro (2nd generation)
Version 4E71 Release Notes:
- Resolved issues and additional enhancements
Keeping Your AirPods Up-to-Date: An Essential Guide to AirPods Firmware Updates
In the majestic realm of technology, the lifeblood of your AirPods lies hidden in the unassuming code we call firmware. As silent guardians of your device’s performance, firmware updates are delivered with an air of quiet precision, ensuring that your AirPods are always in their prime condition. They come to you on the wings of Wi-Fi, through the Bluetooth connection of your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. It’s an unseen dance of data, taking place while your AirPods rest and recharge.
The iOS and iPadOS Ballet: Checking Your AirPods Firmware Updates
The symphony of seamless interaction between your iPhone or iPad and your AirPods is a testament to the beauty of technology. To make sure your AirPods are singing the latest tune, ensure that your iOS or iPadOS is up-to-date. Here’s how:
- Delve into the world of ‘Settings’, and from there, waltz into ‘Bluetooth’.
- Gently tap the information icon next to the name of your AirPods.
- In the ‘About’ section, the firmware version of your AirPods lies revealed.
The macOS Sonata: Keeping Your AirPods in Sync
If your Mac is the maestro conducting your AirPods’ performance, it too, can ensure that they are updated. With the latest macOS, you can:
- Press and hold the Option key, guiding you towards Apple menu > System Information.
- Click ‘Bluetooth’, then glance under your AirPods to find the firmware version.
In the enchanting land of macOS Ventura, you can also choose Apple menu > System Settings, click ‘Bluetooth’, then click the Info button next to the name of your AirPods.
The Apple Store Interlude: When You’re Away from Your Devices
When your Apple device is not at hand, don’t fret. You can always arrange a rendezvous with an expert at an Apple Store or with an Apple Authorized Service Provider. They are ready and waiting to ensure your firmware is updated.
The Symphony of Firmware Versions
Each new version of firmware is a fresh composition, offering improvements and bug fixes, like silent nocturnes echoing in the night. From the AirPods Pro (2nd generation) to the AirPods Max, each version 5E135 refines your listening experience.
Dare not forget the pioneering AirPods (1st generation), with its unique version 6.8.8. Each new release, from 5E133 to 4E71, contributes to the grand opus of technological progress, fixing bugs and enhancing features.
The Crescendo: Release Notes
Every release note sings a song of improvement. Whether it’s the hushed whispers of bug fixes or the grand aria of new features, each version offers something unique.
Version 5A374, for instance, heralded the dawn of the new AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with added features and capabilities. The rest, from 5A377 to 4E71, played their parts in this symphony by fixing bugs and enhancing your auditory experience.
In the grand theater of technology, firmware updates play a vital role. They may not take center stage, but they harmonize the performance of your devices, ensuring that your AirPods deliver the unparalleled sound quality Apple is known for. Enjoy the symphony.
