Apple just released new AirPods Pro 3 firmware and more

Apple is rolling out brand new firmware for select AirPods models today, including AirPods Pro 3. Here are the details on how to update.

Latest AirPods firmware arrives two months after last update

New AirPods firmware is here, debuting nearly two months after the last noteworthy update.

Today’s new AirPods firmware is build 9B47. The previous build was 9A348, which shipped alongside iOS 27 in September.

The latest firmware is rolling out for H2-equipped AirPods models. Currently it’s only available for select models, but it’s expected to ultimately debut for:

- AirPods Pro 3

- AirPods Pro 2

- AirPods 5

- AirPods 4

- AirPods Max 2

So far release notes haven’t yet been published, but they’ll be added to this webpage soon. It’s likely the firmware only includes “bug fixes and other improvements,” but we’ll keep you posted if something more substantive materializes.

You can’t manually trigger AirPods firmware installation like you can iPhone software updates. Instead, updates happen automatically in the background. Here are Apple’s official instructions for getting the quickest install:

- Make sure that your iPhone, iPad, or Mac is updated to the latest version of iOS, iPadOS, or macOS, and that Bluetooth is on.

- Make sure that your AirPods are connected via Bluetooth to your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.

- Connect your iPhone, iPad, or Mac to Wi-Fi.

- Connect your charging case to power.

- Put your AirPods in their charging case and close the lid. Keep the lid of the charging case closed, and keep your AirPods in Bluetooth range of your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.

- Wait at least 30 minutes for the firmware to update.

- Open the lid of the charging case to reconnect your AirPods to your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.

- Check the firmware version again.

Have you installed the latest AirPods firmware? Notice anything different? Let us know in the comments.

Best AirPods deals and accessories

- AirPods Pro 3 (now only $199, down from $249)

- AirPods Max 2 (now only $449, down from $549)

- Cleaning kit for AirPods

- Magnetic strap neckband for preventing lost AirPods