Apple Updates AirPods Pro 3, Pro 2 & AirPods 4 with New Firmware
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– Apple released new firmware (8A358) for AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, and AirPods 4 models.
– The update’s specific features are unknown, but it may address bugs or improve iOS 26 AirPods features.
– The previous firmware (8A356) added iOS 26 features like enhanced call audio quality and Live Translation.
– To install the update, place AirPods in their charging case connected to power and keep it closed for 30 minutes.
– AirPods must be within range of an iPhone, iPad, or Mac for the firmware installation to proceed.
Apple has rolled out a fresh firmware update, identified as version 8A358, for its latest AirPods Pro 3, the previous AirPods Pro 2, and the standard AirPods 4 models. This release follows the earlier 8A356 build, though the company has not provided a detailed list of changes or new capabilities included in this version.
The prior firmware update introduced a suite of iOS 26‑compatible enhancements for these AirPods models, especially those equipped with Active Noise Cancellation. Those improvements covered several areas, such as enhanced call audio quality during phone and video conversations, studio‑grade recording for interviews and podcasts, and support for features like Live Translation.
It is widely speculated that the new 8A358 firmware likely focuses on resolving bugs or refining performance related to the iOS 26 features that were recently introduced. Such incremental updates often target stability and user experience without adding major new functions.
To ensure your AirPods receive the latest firmware, keep them within Bluetooth range of a paired iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Place the earbuds inside their Charging Case, connect the case to a power source, and leave the lid closed. The update should install automatically within about thirty minutes, requiring no further action from the user.
(Source: Mac Rumors)
