José Adorno - Sep. 22nd 2022 11:37 am PT
After watchOS 9.0.1 for the Apple Watch Ultra, Apple has released a new
firmware update for AirPods Pro 2. Both of these devices will be available
starting tomorrow, which means users will have day one updates to install
once they get their hands on these products. Heres what you need to know.
AirPods Pro 2 firmwares new version is 5.0. As of right now, Apple has not
disclosed whats 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 AirPods Pro 2, Apple is likely doing something similar. More
interestingly, the company is also testing a firmware update for AirPods
Max, which has not currently been made available for users. In this
firmware, a developer was able to discover that Apple is readying a new
audio codec to improve calls on the premium headphones.
In addition, this beta firmware made us believe that Apple could be readying
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:
While 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
on iOS 16 that it will support LC3 codec and low-energy Audio support. For
the LE Audio support, its worth mentioning that a senior Apple engineer is
heavily involved in this new standard.
(
) With Bluetooth 5.2 and LC3 support, Apple will be able to get rid of
AirPods desynchronizing when on the users ears, and improve battery life
thanks to the low-energy standard, while focusing on efficiency and
stability.
Its not clear when Apple will take advantage of it. For example, the new
Apple TV 4K could support a 120Hz refresh rate, but Apple hasnt implemented
this feature yet.
How to install AirPods Pro 2 new firmware
As you probably know by now, Apple also does not make it easy to manually
update your AirPods Pro 2 to new firmware versions. Instead, the company
said new firmware versions will install 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 them
Look at the Firmware Version number
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