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Apple Releases New iOS 27 AirPods Firmware For Public Beta Testers

Apple has rolled out new AirPods firmware for public beta testers, sparking interest in upcoming features.

By · Published July 17, 2026 at 15:48 UTC · Updated July 28, 2026 at 17:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: 9to5Mac · Apple World Today · Forbes · Gear Patrol · MacRumors.

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🌍 Around the world

This story first appeared in 🇩🇪 German coverage — 7.7 hours before Archynetys detected it in English news.

🇬🇧 English Jul 15, 15:24 UTC
🇩🇪 German Jul 15, 07:45 UTC · Allround-PC

Detected by matching proper nouns and figures that survive translation. Times reflect when each edition's coverage was first indexed.

What happened

The update includes a long-requested feature, although coverage does not yet specify what it is. The firmware is available for AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, and AirPods Max 2. Coverage emphasizes the simultaneous release of the AirPods firmware and iOS 27 public beta.

Outlets such as 9to5Mac, Apple World Today, Forbes, Gear Patrol, and MacRumors are reporting on the update. Instructions for enrolling in the public beta program are also provided. Watch for details on the new feature introduced in the firmware.

Coverage does not yet specify what the long-requested feature is, nor does it mention any additional changes or improvements in the firmware.

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Questions people are asking

Which AirPods models are receiving the new firmware?

The new firmware is available for AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, and AirPods Max 2.

What is the long-requested feature mentioned in the coverage?

Coverage does not yet specify what the long-requested feature is.

How can users enroll in the public beta program?

Instructions for enrolling in the public beta program are available in coverage from 9to5Mac.

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Apple AirPods iOS 27 Public Beta Firmware Update Technology

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