All AirPods models have its own chip with smart function, which is regularly provided with an update so that the AirPods function properly again or new functions are added. It is good to know that when an update is available for the AirPods, it will be installed automatically.
This happens when the earphones or headphones are connected to a supporting device and are charged at the same time. In addition, you can also manually provide the AirPods with the update, so you can be sure that you have the latest AirPods firmware version and can make optimum use of our AirPods tips again.
AirPods manual update to the latest firmware version
The manual updating of AirPods is a difficult job and it is difficult to manually install the firmware update. Fortunately, the AirPods are automatically updated as soon as they are connected via Bluetooth to a supporting device, for example iPhone. If you can’t wait, you can possibly force this via the steps below.
Check firmware version
Before you get started, it is interesting that you first check the current firmware version. You do this by connecting the AirPods to your iPhone or iPad. Then go to Settings â–¸ AirPods â–¸ Info â–¸ Version. On a Mac you check this via System Settings â–¸ Bluetooth â–¸ I button next to AirPods â–¸ Version.
Update AirPods or AirPods Pro
- Make sure your AirPods are within Bluetooth range of your iPhone, iPad or Mac. This must be connected to WiFi.
- Place the AirPods in the charging case and close the lid.
- Connect the charging cable to the charging case and then connect the other end of the cable to a USB charger or port.
- Keep the lid of the charging case closed and wait for at least 30 minutes until the firmware has been updated.
- Open the lid of the charging case to re -link the AirPods with the iPhone, the iPad or the Mac.
Update Airpods Max
- Make sure your AirPods Max is within Bluetooth range of your iPhone, iPad or Mac. This must be connected to WiFi.
- Connect the charging cable at the bottom right of the headphones and then connect the other end of the cable to a USB charger or port.
- Wait for at least 30 minutes until the firmware has been updated.
- Connect your AirPods Max again with your iPhone, iPad or Mac.
- Check the firmware version again.
Updating firmware from Beats products
All beats with a W1, H1 chip or newer can update you in the above way. You can provide the other ‘older’ beats with a new firmware version using the Beats Updater tool. You can read how it works exactly here back.
Automatically works best
Are it unable to update the AirPods or AirPods Pro in the above way? Then use the automatic way. You do this by keeping your airpods near your device and charging. Do this longer than the prescribed 30 minutes, in the end the firmware version will be installed.
If this is not the case, it is best to force the AirPods to restart and then repeat the steps above or wait until the AirPods are automatically updated in a ‘natural’ way.
If you still can’t update the firmware, you can reset your AirPods and then try to update the firmware again.
Current AirPods and Beats Firmware versions
Do you want to know what the most recent firmware version for AirPods or Beats products is? Then you can check this in the highlighted article below. Here we mention what is new and what the version number is for your headphones or earphones.