Apple is releasing a new beta firmware build for multiple AirPods models as part of testing for features planned with iOS 27 and related releases. The update is the fourth beta firmware version Apple is testing for AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, and AirPods Max 2. The firmware build number is 9A5336b, replacing a prior beta build identified by AppleInsider as 9A5314b. MacRumors reports that the firmware adds support for changes associated with iOS 27, including a new AirPods interface, a slider for Adaptive mode, and support for custom EQ. It also describes compatibility with an updated Siri AI feature tied to iOS 27. AppleInsider characterizes the release as a continuation of developer testing of inbound iOS 27-related AirPods capabilities. The firmware is distributed as a beta option accessible in AirPods settings on iPhone, iPad, or Mac when paired with devices running iOS 26, iPadOS 26, or macOS 26 or later. Updates are installed by connecting the AirPods to an Apple device and charging them, and there is no standalone software update option for the AirPods beyond the beta toggle and charging process.
Apple releases AirPods beta firmware build 9A5336b for iOS 27 features
Apple is releasing a new beta firmware build for multiple AirPods models as part of testing for features planned with iOS 27 and related releases. The update is the fourth beta firmware version Apple...
- Apple releases a new AirPods beta firmware build numbered 9A5336b.
- The update is for AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, and AirPods Max 2.
- Apple is testing iOS 27-related AirPods features via beta firmware provided to developers.
- Reported additions include a new AirPods interface, an Adaptive mode slider, and custom EQ support.
- The beta firmware is enabled in AirPods settings on iOS 26/iPadOS 26/macOS 26 or later and installs while the AirPods are connected and charging.
Apple has introduced new beta firmware for AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max, so that developers can continue testing out inbound iOS 27 features.AirPods ProApple will be introducing a number of new features for select AirPods models this fall, as part of the iOS 27 and other 27-gen operating system releases. Ahead of that release, it is testing out the features via beta firmware builds.The new firmware, build 9A5336b, replaces the previous build, 9A5314b, which Apple seeded on July 7. It can be downloaded to the AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, and AirPods Max 2. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
4 hours agoApple today released a fourth version of the beta firmware it is testing for the AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, and AirPods Max 2. The firmware is available for developers and has a build number of 9A5336b. In iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS Golden Gate, Apple is adding a new AirPods interface, a slider for Adaptive mode, and support for custom EQ, so the firmware adds support for those features. AirPods are also compatible with the new Siri AI. When the AirPods are connected to an iPhone, iPad, or Mac running iOS 26, iPadOS 26, or macOS 26 or later, there is a beta firmware option that can be accessed in the AirPods settings interface. Toggling on beta updates allows users to install the beta firmware. Firmware updates can be downloaded by connecting the AirPods to an Apple device and connecting them to power. It can take a few hours for new firmware to be installed because there is no software update option like there is for other Apple devices.Related Roundups: AirPods 4, iOS 27, iPadOS 27Buyer's Guide: AirPods (Caution)Related Forum: AirPodsThis article, "Apple Releases New AirPods Beta Firmware With iOS 27 Features" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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