Apple today released a new 3C39 firmware designed for the AirPods Max, marking the second firmware update the high-end over-the-ear headphones have received since their launch in December.
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The new 3C39 firmware replaces the 3C16 launch firmware that was available the day the AirPods Max launched.
Apple won’t provide details on what’s included in new firmware updates, so we don’t know what bug fixes or enhancements the new firmware might offer. There have been reports of battery life issues with the AirPods Max, so it is possible that the firmware update will address that problem.
There is no standard way to update firmware on AirPods, AirPods Pro, or AirPods Max, but connecting the AirPods Max to an iPhone or iPad while connected to a power source may trigger the update.
You can check the firmware on your AirPods Max by following these steps:
- Connect the AirPods Max to your iOS device.
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap on General.
- Tap About.
- Tap on AirPods.
- Check the number next to “Firmware Version.”
In the past, updates for the AirPods Pro and AirPods have included performance improvements, bug fixes, and feature tweaks, so if we find any significant changes after we get the firmware updates to install, we will update this article.