Following watchOS 9.0.1 for the Apple Watch Ultra, Apple has released a new firmware update for the AirPods Pro 2. Both devices will be available starting tomorrow, which means users will have day one updates for install once you have them in your hands. products Here’s what you need to know.
The new AirPods Pro 2 firmware version is 5.0, build 5A377. As of now, Apple has not revealed what is changing with this firmware. For the Apple Watch Ultra, however, we know that the Cupertino company is fixing an audio issue with the microphones available on the device.
For the AirPods Pro 2, Apple is likely to do something similar. More interestingly, the company is also testing a firmware update for AirPods Max, which is currently not available to users. In this firmware, a developer was able to discover that Apple is preparing a new audio codec to improve calls on premium headphones.
Also, this beta firmware led us to believe that Apple might be preparing lossless support for AirPods Pro 2, as it would need Bluetooth 5.2 to support the new LC3 standard (this device offers Bluetooth 5.3). As previously reported:
Although the LC3 codec will improve audio calls, efficiency and stability of Bluetooth devices, the requirements to take full advantage of this standard will require Bluetooth 5.2.
(…) In addition, 9to5Mac already found references to iOS 16 that will support LC3 codec and low-power audio support. For LE Audio support, it’s worth mentioning that a senior Apple engineer is heavily involved in this new standard.
(…) With the support of Bluetooth 5.2 and LC3, Apple will be able to get rid of the desynchronization of the AirPods when it is in the user’s ears and improve the battery life thanks to the low consumption standard, while focusing- se in efficiency and stability.
It’s not clear when Apple will take advantage of it. For example, the new Apple TV 4K could support a 120Hz refresh rate, but Apple has yet to implement this feature.
How to install new firmware on AirPods Pro 2
As you probably already know, Apple also doesn’t make it easy to manually update your AirPods Pro 2 to new firmware versions. Instead, the company said that new firmware versions will be installed when the AirPods are connected via Bluetooth to your iPhone.
To check your AirPods firmware version:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone
- Navigate to the “Bluetooth” menu.
- Find your AirPods in the list of devices
- Tap the “i” next to it
- Look at the “Firmware Version” number.
If you spot any changes in the AirPods firmware update rolling out today, let us know in the comments or on Twitter @9to5Mac.
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