May 19, 2024

Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods

Posted January 18, 2023 at 10:07pm by iClarified · 11522 views
Apple has released a firmware update for AirPods 2, AirPods 3, AirPods Pro, AirPods Pro 2, and AirPods Max.

Today's update is version 5B59, up one from the previous version of 5B58. Unfortunately, Apple doesn't reveal exactly what's new...

Version 5B59 release notes
Bug fixes and other improvements

Firmware updates are delivered periodically while your AirPods are charging and in Bluetooth range of your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.

To use your iPhone or iPad to check that your AirPods are up to date, make sure that you have the latest version of iOS or iPadOS. 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.

If you don't already have AirPods, there are some minor discounts available today.
AirPods Pro 2 - $239 ($10 off)
AirPods 3 - $159 ($10 off)
AirPods Max - $499.99 ($49.01 off)

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