Go to Settings > Bluetooth, then tap the Info button next to the name of your AirPods. Scroll down to the About section to find the firmware version. To use your Mac to check that your AirPods are up to date, make sure you have the latest version of macOS.
Firmware updates are delivered automatically while your AirPods are charging and in Bluetooth range of your iPhone, iPad, or Mac that's connected to Wi-Fi. You can also use your iPhone, iPad, or Mac to check that your AirPods have the latest version.
Such users can visit an Apple Store or an Apple Authorised Service Provider to update their AirPods' firmware. The support document reads: “If you don't have an Apple device nearby, you can set up an appointment at an Apple Store or with an Apple Authorized Service Provider to update your firmware.
Updating AirPods to the latest firmware. Sadly, unlike iOS and macOS, there's no button or setting to force-update the AirPods. Apple automatically downloads and installs these software updates in the background.
If you have AirPods Pro (2nd generation), you need an iPhone or iPod touch with iOS 16 or later; an iPad with iPadOS 16.1 or later; an Apple Watch with watchOS 9 or later; an Apple TV with tvOS 16 or later; or a Mac with macOS Ventura.
So, the minimum iOS version needed for AirPods Pro 2 (full functionality) is iOS 16.
There's a new Adaptive Audio feature for the AirPods that combines Transparency and Active Noise Cancellation to dynamically match the conditions of the environment that you're in.
AirPods typically last about 2-3 years before most users feel the need to replace them. This short lifespan is because of their lithium-ion batteries. AirPods have proven tough in several durability tests and have shown that they can withstand pressure.
Your AirPods Pro (2nd generation) can get up to 6 hours of listening time (up to 5.5 hours with Spatial Audio and Head Tracking enabled)3 or up to 4.5 hours of talk time on a single charge.
If you're paired to your iPhone and no update seems to be happening, put your AirPods earbuds back in their charging case, connect it to a power source, and re-pair the device to force an update. As long as your iOS device firmware is up to date, it shouldn't have any issue pulling down your AirPods firmware update.
Find your AirPods firmware version
Go to Settings > Bluetooth, then tap the Info button next to the name of your AirPods. Scroll down to the About section to find the firmware version.
Released in September 2022, the second-generation AirPods Pro are still relatively new in Apple's product lineup and the company does not release new AirPods models often.
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Place your AirPods in the charging case and wait for 30s. Now open the lid and hold down the Setup button at the back of your AirPods. Wait for around 15s until the indicator light goes from white to flashing amber to flashing white again. You can now repair your AirPods with your iOS device.
To set up Personalized Spatial Audio, you need an iPhone with iOS 16 and the TrueDepth camera. After you sign in with your Apple ID, you can use Personalized Spatial Audio on these devices: AirPods Pro (1st or 2nd generation), AirPods Max, AirPods (3rd generation), or Beats Fit Pro.
Reasons Why You Should Update to iOS 16.2
A notable security feature with the launch of iOS 16.2 is end-to-end encrypted iCloud. This feature is called Advanced Data Protection. It's an optional feature that boosts your security in case of a data breach. If one occurs, your data is safe because it can't be decrypted.
Install iOS 16 or iPadOS 16
Then follow these steps: Go to Settings > General > Software Update. Tap Install Now.