How to force firmware update on airpods

Hi Paladin5150,

Thanks for stopping by the Apple Support Communities. It looks like you found your way here from the Apple Support article About firmware updates for AirPods - Apple Support. This resource, which provides all available information on the AirPods firmware, advises the firmware is updated automatically, being pushed periodically to the AirPods while they are charging and within Bluetooth range of the iPhone, iPad, or Mac you use them with.

You can use the resource to help verify which AirPods version is currently installed on your AirPods, and which firmware version is most recent for your model. If you find the AirPods firmware version listed on your device does not match the most up-to-date version listed in the Apple Support article, you may need to update your iPhone, iPad, and/or Mac software. You can find steps to update each of these devices below:

• Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support
• Update macOS on Mac - Apple Support

If you still need help after that, please get in touch with Apple Support directly. They will have access to tools and resources that will allow them to continue working on the firmware with you. You can do that here: Get Support.

Have a wonderful day.