### Grasping AirPods Firmware Updates: A Handbook for Installation and Supervision
Apple has newly introduced updated firmware for the AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods Pro 2, yet the method for upgrading these gadgets isn’t as easy as it is for other Apple devices such as iPhones or Macs. This article will steer you through the prerequisites for a successful update and how to oversee the installation process.
#### The Update Procedure for AirPods
Updating your iPhone, iPad, or Mac is generally a straightforward task: go to the Software Update section, start the update, and wait for it to finish. However, updating AirPods firmware requires several particular conditions that must be fulfilled:
1. **Charging Case Power**: Make sure that your AirPods charging case is plugged into a power source.
2. **Wi-Fi and Bluetooth**: Both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth have to be turned on your iPhone.
3. **Proper Sequence of Events**: Adhere to the necessary actions to start the update.
Even by adhering to these guidelines, Apple does not provide a definitive sign that the firmware is being installed. Instead, users are instructed to “wait at least 30 minutes for the firmware to update.”
#### Recognizing Active Firmware Updates
A recent article from Macworld has disclosed a concealed method to ascertain if an AirPods firmware update is underway. According to Mahmoud Itani, there is a noteworthy behavior in the AirPods settings panel within the iOS Settings application:
– Typically, when you place your AirPods back in their charging case and close the lid, the AirPods settings panel vanishes within seconds.
– However, during a firmware update, this panel may stay visible for several minutes, signifying that an update is actively taking place.
Itani witnessed this occurrence on two distinct occasions where the AirPods settings remained accessible even after the AirPods were replaced in their case. He verified the firmware update by checking the build numbers right after the update procedure.
The visibility of the AirPods menu in the Settings app indicates an active connection between your iPhone and the AirPods, implying that the firmware installation is in progress.
#### Conclusion
Though upgrading AirPods firmware may appear complicated in comparison to other Apple gadgets, comprehending the required conditions and observing the settings panel can aid you in verifying that the update is ongoing. If you’ve noted this behavior in the Settings app, please share your insights in the comments.
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