Apple Releases New Firmware Updates for AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, and Beats Studio Buds
Apple has released new firmware updates for several of its audio products, including the AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, and Beats Studio Buds. Each device now carries a new build number, though the company has not yet provided specific release notes for the updates.
The updates are characterized as containing bug fixes and performance improvements, with no specific feature changes announced.
Firmware Details
The new firmware versions are as follows:
- AirPods Pro 3: Firmware build 8B41 (superseding the previous 8B40 build)
- AirPods Pro 2: Firmware build 8B41 (upgrading from build 8B39)
- Beats Studio Buds: Firmware build 1B211 (upgrading from build 1B204)
Update Contents
Apple has characterized the updates as containing bug fixes and performance improvements. No specific changes have been announced by the company. The company's release notes page had not been updated for the 8B40 build at the time of its release, and no new specific feature details have been provided for the subsequent 8B41 build.
Installation Process
There is no manual method to trigger these firmware updates. The installation occurs automatically under specific conditions. Users can facilitate the update by following these steps:
- Ensure the AirPods are within range and connected via Bluetooth to an iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
- Connect the Apple device to Wi-Fi.
- Place the AirPods in their Charging Case and connect the case to a power source.
- Keep the case closed for at least 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, check the firmware version. Repeat the process if the update did not install.
Availability
The firmware update has been released for AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods Pro 2. It may later become available for AirPods 4. The release of firmware 8B40 for the AirPods Pro 3 followed the previous 8B39 build and preceded the upcoming launch of iOS 26.5.