Apple has released firmware updates today for AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, and AirPods 4.
The new firmware for AirPods Pro 3 is version 8B25. For AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 2, the new version is 8B21. This is up from the 8A358 firmware released in October.
Apple has not yet detailed what is included in the updated firmware. The last major feature update was version 8A356, which brought features to support the new AirPods Pro 3, including heart rate sensing and Live Translation. It also added studio quality audio recording, a camera remote function, and other enhancements for AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 2.
You can use your iPhone, iPad, or Mac to find your current AirPods firmware version...
Find your AirPods firmware version on your iPhone or iPad 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.
Find your AirPods firmware version on your Mac To use your Mac to check that your AirPods are up to date, make sure that you have the latest version of macOS. Choose Apple menu > System Settings, click Bluetooth, then click the Info button next to the name of your AirPods.
Notably, Apple has provided detailed instructions on how to update the firmware of your AirPods. You can find those instructions here: ● How to Update AirPods Firmware