Apple releases new firmware for AirPods, AirPods Pro, AirPods Max, and select Beats products

Apple on Tuesday is rolling out a new firmware version for headphones powered by the W1 or H1 chip which includes AirPods Pro, AirPods Max, AirPods (second-generation), Beats Solo Pro, Powerbeats 4, and Powerbeats Pro.

Chance Miller for 9to5Mac:

Unfortunately, there are no release notes for AirPods or Beats updates. This means we’ll have to wait until the update is fully rolled out to get a grasp on what’s new. Apple does not have a very robust update mechanism in place for AirPods software, which often leaves users in the dark about changes.

UPDATE: 2:02pm PDT / 5:02pm EDT: Apple’s firmware update delivers enhanced support for the Find My app and Find My search network to AirPods Pro, AirPods Max, AirPods (second-generation), Beats Solo Pro, Powerbeats 4, and Powerbeats Pro.

MacDailyNews Note: The latest firmware versions:

• AirPods (second-generation) – 4A400
• AirPods Pro – 4A400
• AirPods Max – 4A400
• Beats Solo Pro – 4A394
• Powerbeats 4 – 4A394
• Powerbeats Pro – 4A394

New firmware versions automatically install when the AirPods or select Beats products are connected via Bluetooth to your iPhone.

To check your AirPods firmware version:
1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone
2. Choose “Bluetooth” menu
3. Locate AirPods or select Beats product
4. Tap the “i”
5. The “Firmware Version” number is revealed

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