Apple on Tuesday released new firmware for both the Apple Pencil Pro Stylus and AirPods Pro 2 wireless earbuds. The new Apple Pencil Pro firmware has a version number of 0.1.40, up from the prior 0.1.33 firmware, while the new AirPods Pro 2 firmware has a version number of 7A294, up from 6F8.
Apple does not provide release notes for Apple Pencil Software updates, so we don’t know for sure what fixes or new features might come with the firmware update. Users will need to attach their Apple Pencil Pro to their iPad to get the updated firmware.
The new AirPods Pro 2 firmware update features Apple announced during WWDC:
Version 7A294 release notes
When used with an iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and watchOS 11-supported iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, AirPods Pro 2 firmware update 7A294 makes the hands-free experience even more seamless by being able to nod your head “yes” or shake your head “no” to respond to Siri announcements like calls, messages, and notifications. This update also adds Voice Isolation to calls with AirPods Pro 2 to help ensure you come across clearly by removing background noise around you for whoever you are speaking to. Gamers also now have the best wireless audio latency Apple has ever delivered for mobile gaming and can enjoy improved voice quality, including 16-bit, 48kHz audio, when chatting with teammates and other players. In addition, this update includes performance improvements to Personalized Volume with AirPods Pro 2.
How to Check Your AirPods Pro 2 Firmware
Here’s how to check the firmware version of your AirPods Pro earbuds:
- Make sure your AirPods are connected to your iPhone or iPad.
- Launch the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
- Tap “General.”
- Tap “About.”
- Scroll down to “AirPods,” and tap that.
- Read the number next to “Firmware Version.”
Latest firmware versions
- AirPods Pro 2 with MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C): 7A294
- AirPods Pro 2 with MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning): 7A294
- AirPods Pro 1: 6A326
- AirPods 3: 6A326
- AirPods 2: 6A326
- AirPods Max: 6A326
- AirPods 1: 6.8.8
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