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AppleInsider · November 3, 2026 — 21:00

Modern AirPods got beta firmware today too

Modern AirPods got beta firmware today too
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There's new beta firmware for Airpods, assuming you have AirPods Pro 2 or AirPods 4 and newer, or the AirPods Max 2. The firmware has beta build number 9B5045a, and it's not clear what the update contains. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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