New Firmware Now Available for AirPods Pro, AirPods 2, AirPods 3, and AirPods Max

A new firmware update is now available for the original AirPods Pro, the AirPods 2, the AirPods 3, and the Lightning version of the AirPods Max headphones. The new firmware carries a version of 6F21, replacing the 6A326 firmware that these devices were previously running.

The company’s support document includes release information about what the new firmware brings to you AirPods.

Version 6F21 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 are connected via Bluetooth to an iOS device.

If you place the AirPods 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 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: 6F21
• AirPods 4: 7A304
• AirPods 4 with Active Noice Cancellation: 7A304
• AirPods 3: 6F21
• AirPods 2: 6F21
• AirPods 1: 6.8.8
• AirPods Max (USB-C): 7A291
• AirPods Max (Lightning): 6F21

Learn how you can identify your AirPods.