Have you ever wondered how the new functions arrive at AirPods? Like our iPhone and our Mac, they have software updates, AirPods have their “mini” operating system. In this type of case, more than the software, the firmware is generally called. But anyway, with Each update always comes from improvements or new features.
In fact, with iOS 18, we saw how the AirPods improve. First of all, with a cancellation of noise when we speak or send impeccable audios, but also with health functions like the famous audience test. Until now, we knew that the airpods have been updated according to theories or evidence (which, although they were true), have not been confirmed by Apple. The airpods were so magical that they were updated by magic. Now, after eight years of mystery, Apple has finally decided to explain how this process works.
How the airpods are updated via the Apple official method
Finally, Apple decided to be transparent with the entire Airpod update process. The process is simpler than it seems, although it requires something that we do not all have: patience. And it is We will not see a progression bar or “download”. It is an act of confidence in this magic of the AirPods.
In theory, airpods are updated alone. Yes, as simple: while they take care of and near your iPhone with WiFi, they must be automatically updated. It can take several days, and of course, if we are something impatient, There are ways to “force” this update To take advantage of the new features before.
Update AirPods and AirPods Pro
- Have your airpods in the Bluetooth range of your iPhone and connect to a Wi-Fi network (important: mobile data is not used).
- Place the airpods in their load case and close the lid.
- Load the cable airpods.
- Wait at least 30 minutes with the closed airpods cover.
- After the time, open the loading box cover to connect your airpods to your iPhone.
Update the AirPods Max
- Have your AirPods Max in your iPhone Bluetooth area and connect to a Wi-Fi network.
- Loate the Airpods Max by cable.
- Wait at least 30 minutes.
- Connect the AirPods Max again to the iPhone.
How do I know if I need to update my airpods?
Apple has simplified. With your airpods on your ears, just go to Settings and click on your airpods. Show where you will find, the “Firmware version”. The latest versions are published by Apple on its website. They have a concrete numbering, for example, from January 2025, the version of the AirPods 4 firmware is 7B20.
If the numbering corresponds, your airpods will already be updated. If the numbering is different, there is an update pending. Remember Visit the Apple website to check itAlthough, in general, airpods are automatically updated. So if you don't run in a hurry, you can take inspiration.
The most interesting thing is that Apple offers this update service in its Apple Store, which so far, we did not officially know. So, if you do not have an Apple handhell by hand or if the process does not work, You can always go to an official store To update your airpods.
The future of AirPods software
The AirPods went from “only a few cable headphones” to become authentic computers for our ears. They will just play music. With iOS 19 just at the corner of the street, we can think that this revelation by Apple is not an accident. Why now explain how the airpods are updated? Perhaps because Important changes come. Operating mini-system? A bar of progress like HomePod?
We know that Apple has very ambitious plans for its airpods. The closest are the new generation of AirPods Pro 3, but there are very interesting patents that plan to take them. And, like everything in Apple, the hardware will be as important as software. Now andWe know the exact update process (and officially) Airpods. We are therefore impatient to know what innovations they have in Cupertino.
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