Apple today released a new 3C39 firmware designed for the AirPods Max, marking the second firmware update that the latest generation headphones have received since its launch in December.
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The new 3C39 firmware replaces the 3C16 launch firmware that was available the day the AirPods Max was released.
Apple does not provide details on what is included in the new firmware updates, so we do not know what bug fixes or improvements the new firmware can offer. There have been reports of battery life issues with AirPods Max, so it is possible that the firmware update will resolve this issue.
There is no standard way to update the firmware on AirPods, AirPods Pro or AirPods Max, but connecting AirPods Max to an iPhone or iPad while connected to a power source can force the update.
You can check the firmware on your AirPods Max by following these steps:
- Connect your AirPods Max to your iOS device.
- Open the Settings application.
- Touch General.
- Touch About.
- Touch AirPods.
- Note the number next to “Firmware version”.
In the past, updates for AirPods Pro and AirPods included performance improvements, bug fixes and feature tweaks, so if we find noticeable changes after installing firmware updates, we’ll update this article.