Apple releases 7B19 firmware for both AirPods 4 models
Apple has pushed a new firmware update for AirPods 4, which is available for both the standard version and the noise-cancellation earbuds.
The AirPods firmware with a build number of 7B19 was released on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. This is the same build number as a recent update for the AirPods Pro 2 models which brought the new Hearing Aid, Hearing Protection and Hearing Test features. However, these hearing health features are unavailable on AirPods 4.
The new firmware is a step up from the previous version, 7A304, which came out in September, making the second firmware update for AirPods 4 so far.
What’s new in AirPods 4 firmware version 7B19?
Apple’s support page detailing changes in AirPods firmware updates has been refreshed to acknowledge that 7B19 is the most recent firmware version for AirPods 4, but no additional details were provided at post time. We’ll update this article when we figure out what’s new in this update.
You can find the version number of your AirPods firmware by going into Settings > Bluetooth, touching the ⓘ (Info) button next to the name of your paired AirPods and scrolling down to the About section.
How to update your AirPods firmware
There’s no outward-facing interface for installing AirPods firmware updates like the Software Update mechanism for iOS updates. Instead, AirPods updates are delivered automatically when the earbuds are connected to your paired iPhone (which must be connected to the internet via Wi-Fi) and in their charging case with the lid closed.
iOS picks the best time to install the update, and you cannot force it. Leaving both your AirPods and iPhone connected to power overnight usually triggers an update.
Alternatively, you can visit an Apple store where you can have the latest AirPods software installed for free. However, this option is only available to people who use their AirPods on non-Apple platforms such as Android and Windows.
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