While Apple provides no official guidance on how to manually trigger AirPods firmware updates, users can perform a few simple steps to initiate the update process. This tutorial shows how to update the firmware on AirPods via a Mac, iPhone, or iPad.
Check AirPods Firmware Version on iPhone and iPad
To check which AirPods firmware version you are running, follow the below steps: Tip: to stay up to date on the latest AirPods firmware updates and view release notes for each version, visit Apple’s dedicated AirPods Firmware page.
Update AirPods Firmware Using an iPhone or iPad
Check AirPods Firmware Version on Mac
Update AirPods Firmware Using the Mac
How to Reset Your AirPods
If all else fails, and you are unable to update your AirPods, you can try resetting them, then reconnecting to your device(s) again. You may also need to reset your AirPods if they do not charge. Image credit: Apple. All screenshots taken by Brahm Shank.
