AirPods Get a Tune-Up with iOS 27
Apple has quietly introduced two significant updates for AirPods within the iOS 27 feature list. While noted as a single bullet point in the official announcement, these changes offer substantial new functionality for users.
Personalized Audio Control is Here.
The first major update is Custom EQ, which allows users to personalize the sound profile of their AirPods. This feature moves beyond preset equalizers, giving listeners direct control over the audio frequencies to suit their personal preferences.
Capabilities Expand to Fitness
In a notable expansion of health-tech integration, Apple GymKit functionality has been extended to the AirPods Pro 3. This update enables the earbuds to sync heart rate data directly through the iPhone during workouts, bridging a key gap between audio and fitness tracking.
Looking Ahead
The announcement confirms that these features are currently limited to the foundational iOS 27 update. Future iterations of Apple Intelligence features, including potential additional enhancements, are expected to debut on later hardware models.