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AirPods Firmware Update Tracker

Last updated: Published November 11, 2026

The latest AirPods firmware is 9B47. Apple started rolling it out on November 10, 2026 for AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, AirPods 5, AirPods 4 and AirPods Max 2, and lists bug fixes and other improvements.

Older AirPods without the H2 chip stay on their final firmware, shown on each card below. To see your version, open Settings on your iPhone, tap Bluetooth, then tap the info button next to your AirPods and scroll to About.

Getting firmware 9B47 On its final firmware

Already getting firmware 9B47

The update installs on its own, in stages, while your AirPods charge near your iPhone, iPad or Mac. It can take a few days to reach every pair.

Firmware 9B47, rolling out since November 10, 2026(8)

AirPods Pro 39B47
AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C)9B47
AirPods Pro 2 (Lightning)9B47
AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case9B47
AirPods 59B47
AirPods 4 with ANC9B47
AirPods 49B47
AirPods Max 29B47

Not getting firmware 9B47

These AirPods stay on the last firmware Apple released for them, shown on each card.

AirPods Pro(1)

AirPods Pro 1Latest: 6F21

AirPods(3)

AirPods 3Latest: 6F21
AirPods 2Latest: 6F21
AirPods 1Latest: 6.8.8

AirPods Max(2)

AirPods Max 1 (USB-C)Latest: 7E108
AirPods Max 1 (Lightning)Latest: 6F25

Every AirPods Firmware Update

VersionWhat changed
9B47Bug fixes
9A350AirPods 5 support
9A348Custom EQ and GymKit heart rate
8B41 to 8A357Bug fixes
8A356AirPods Pro 3 support
7E108Bug fixes
7E101Lossless audio on AirPods Max
7E93 to 7B20Bug fixes
7B19Hearing Test and Hearing Aid
7A304, 7A302Bug fixes
7A294Head gestures and Voice Isolation
6F25 to 6A303Bug fixes
6A300 and 6A301Adaptive Audio and Conversation Awareness
5E135 to 5A377Bug fixes
5A374AirPods Pro 2 support
4E71Bug fixes

How to Update AirPods Firmware

Unlike iPhone or Mac updates, Apple doesn't give AirPods a direct update option. Instead, they update automatically when they're connected to your iPhone and it's online. But these steps make it happen sooner.

  1. 1

    Update Your iPhone

    Open Settings, tap General, then Software Update, and install any update you see. When it says iOS is up to date, you're ready. The firmware comes through your iPhone, iPad or Mac, so it needs the latest software.

    Settings, step 1: Update Your iPhone
  2. 2

    Turn On Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

    In Settings, check that Wi-Fi is connected and Bluetooth is on, and keep your AirPods connected to this iPhone.

    Settings, step 2: Turn On Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
  3. 3

    Charge the Case Next to Your iPhone

    Put both AirPods in the case and plug the case in. Open the lid next to your iPhone: the card shows the case charging. Close the lid and leave it near the iPhone for at least 30 minutes. For AirPods Max, plug the cable into the right ear cup instead.

    Settings, step 3: Charge the Case Next to Your iPhone
  4. 4

    Open Your AirPods in Bluetooth Settings

    After 30 minutes, open the lid so the AirPods reconnect. Go to Settings, tap Bluetooth, then tap the info (i) button next to your AirPods.

    Settings, step 4: Open Your AirPods in Bluetooth Settings
  5. 5

    Check the Version Number

    Scroll down to About. Version should read 9B47 on AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, AirPods 5, AirPods 4 and AirPods Max 2. If it doesn't, leave them charging next to your iPhone a little longer; older AirPods stay on the final version shown on their card above.

    Settings, step 5: Check the Version Number

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