MacworldEvery now and then, Apples wireless earbuds get a new firmware updatethats the software that controls all the hardware on the device. Sometimes this is just random bug fixes where Apple doesnt even tell you whats fixed. Other times, it enables new features when used in conjunction with Apples other products (iPhone, iPad, Macs, even Apple TV).Your AirPods should update their firmware automatically, without intervention, as long as theyre charging and within Bluetooth range of the iPhone, iPad, or Mac to which theyre connected.Theres no way to force an update the way you manually download iOS or Mac updates, but there are steps you can take to help trigger it.How to update AirPods on iPhone, iPad, or MacMake sure that your AirPods are in Bluetooth range of your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Make sure that device is connected to Wi-Fi.Put your AirPods in their charging case and close the lid.Plug in the charging case (plug the USB cable into a power adapter and the charging case).Keep the lid of the charging case closed. Wait at least 30 minutes.Open the lid of the charging case to reconnect your AirPods to your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.Check the firmware version again. How to check the firmware version of your AirPodsOn iPhone or iPad: With your AirPods nearby and the case open, open Settings on your iPhone or iPad. Youll see your AirPods listed at the top of Settings. Tap that, and scroll down to the bottom of your AirPods settings to see the Version.On Mac: Open System Settings. Select Bluetooth, then click the (i) next to your connected AirPods. The Version will be listed there, along with other information.Apple lists the latest firmware version for each model of AirPods on the AirPods Firmware support page.How to update AirPods on AndroidYou cant! AirPods firmware can only be updated with a connected Apple device.AirPods Pro 2 USB-CRead our reviewPrice When Reviewed:279Best Prices Today:0.01 at idealo | 247 at Computeruniverse | 259 at notebooksbilliger.de