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New AirPods Pro 2 Firmware Now Available to the Public

Apple has released new firmware for the AirPods Pro 2 both the Lightning and USB-C versions of the AirPods Pro 2. The new firmware build number of 7A305, up from the 7A302 firmware released earlier this month.

While Apple does not offer immediately available release notes on what’s included in refreshed firmware updates for the AirPods‌ Pro 2, the company’s support document includes release information.

Version 7A305 release notes

Bug fixes and other improvements

There isn’t any way to manually update the firmware of the earbuds, and the new software will be installed over the air while the AirPods Pro 2 are connected via Bluetooth to an iOS device.

If you place the AirPods Pro 2 in their case, connect them to a power source, and then pair them to an iPhone or iPad, they should update after a short period of time.

How to Check Your AirPods Pro 2 Firmware

Here’s how to check the firmware version of your AirPods Pro earbuds:

  1. Make sure your AirPods are connected to your iPhone or iPad.
  2. Launch the Settings app on your iPhone or ‌iPad‌.
  3. Tap “General.”
  4. Tap “About.”
  5. Scroll down to ‌“AirPods,” and tap that.
  6. Read the number next to “Firmware Version.”

Latest Airpods Firmware Versions

  • AirPods Pro 2 with MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C): 7A305
  • AirPods Pro 2 with MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning): 7A305
  • AirPods Pro 1: 6A326
  • AirPods 4: 7A304
  • AirPods 4 with Active Noice Cancellation: 7A304
  • AirPods 3: 6A326
  • AirPods 2: 6A326
  • AirPods Max (USB-C): 7A291
  • AirPods Max (Lightning): 6A326
  • AirPods 1: 6.8.8

Learn how you can identify your AirPods.

Chris Hauk

Chris is a Senior Editor at Mactrast. He lives somewhere in the deep Southern part of America, and yes, he has to pump in both sunshine and the Internet.