AirPods Pro 2 and New AirPods 4 Just Got an Update: Here’s What You Need to Know

Hey there, AirPods fans! If you're rocking a pair of AirPods Pro 2 or even Apple's brand-new AirPods 4, there's some news you might be interested in—Apple has just rolled out a firmware update for both of these models. Let's dive in and see what's happening!

What's New in the Firmware Update?

Today, Apple released a firmware update for the AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C and Lightning) and the AirPods 4 (with and without Active Noise Cancellation). The firmware versions are now 7B21 for the AirPods Pro 2 and 7B20 for the AirPods 4. This is a bump up from the previous version, 7B19, for all four models.

However, in classic Apple fashion, they didn't go into detail about what exactly is new. The release notes simply say: "Bug fixes and other improvements." While it's not much to go on, any improvement is a good one, right?

How to Get the Update

The great news is that you don’t have to do anything special to get this update—it’s all handled automatically. Firmware updates for AirPods are delivered when your AirPods are charging and in Bluetooth range of your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. So if you're like me and always have your AirPods charging nearby, you're good to go!

Want to check if you already have the latest update? Just grab your iPhone or iPad, make sure it’s running the latest version of iOS or iPadOS, and head to Settings > Bluetooth. Tap the Info button next to the name of your AirPods, then scroll down to the About section to see the firmware version.

Time to Score Some AirPods on Sale!

If you’re in the market for a new set of AirPods, you're in luck—some great deals are happening right now:

• AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) - $189.99 (save $59.01)

• AirPods 4 with ANC - $168.99 (save $9.01)

• AirPods 4 - $119 (save $10)

• AirPods 3 - $94 (save $75)

• AirPods Max (Lightning) - $449 (save $100)

• AirPods Max (USB-C) - $539 (save $10)

These discounts make it a perfect time to grab a pair if you’ve been waiting. Whether you’re upgrading to the latest AirPods 4 or just getting a spare pair, there’s something for everyone.

Wrapping It Up

So, there you have it—new updates for the AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4, and some sweet deals for anyone looking to buy. Even though we don't know exactly what improvements came with this update, you can bet they’re aimed at making your experience smoother and better. Just keep your AirPods charging nearby, and they’ll be good to go!