The Apple AirPods Pro 2 (Image credit: Future/ Lance Ulanoff)
Next month we’re likely visiting the iPhone 16 series get its grand unveiling, and along with the handsets, Apple ought to press out iOS 18 to the masses too– and ahead of that software application upgrade, the AirPods Pro 2 are getting an upgrade of their own.
As reported by 9to5Mac, Apple is now pressing out brand-new firmware for the cordless earbuds. These firmware releases normally repair bugs and in some cases use security spots, however this specific upgrade likewise appears to be preparing the method for iOS 18.
Back at Apple WWDC 2024 in June we got the news that when iOS 18 gets here on your iPhone, it will allow some brand-new head gestures on the AirPods Pro 2. You’ll be able to accept or turn down a call by nodding or shaking your head.
If you’re interested in the technicalities, we’ve got you covered: this most current firmware upgrade is 7A5290a, changing 7A5266c. While there are no main release notes for it, it’s most likely that the ending up touches are being made to iOS 18 compatibility.
New includes en route
Apple has actually demoed how head gestures will work (Image credit: Apple)
If you’re questioning how to upgrade your AirPods Pro 2, there’s really no other way to do it by hand. Whatever occurs instantly in the background when the earbuds are linked to an iPhone that’s linked to the web.
When it comes to iOS 18, this will look like an upgrade on your iPhone under General and Software Update in Settings. You need to be triggered to set up the brand-new software application when it’s prepared (it’s currently gone through a substantial beta screening procedure).
There’s lots more featuring the huge 2024 upgrade obviously. Apple is including some brand-new home screen modification choices, texting by means of satellite and RCS assistance, the capability to lock and conceal apps, a revamped Control Center, and plenty more.
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It appears as though the much expected Apple Intelligence functions are going to be a little slower to present on top of iOS 18, however we need to hear more at the main iPhone 16 occasion– which need to be revealed any day now.
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Dave is a self-employed tech reporter who has actually been blogging about devices, apps and the web for more than 20 years. Based out of Stockport, England, on TechRadar you’ll discover him covering news, functions and evaluations, especially for phones, tablets and wearables. Working to guarantee our breaking news protection is the very best in business over weekends,