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Can’t update my AirPods 3

Just bought AirPods 3, and their firmware is at the 4B66 version and I cannot update it. I have tried all the solutions on forums and nothing works. What can I do?

Posted on Oct 6, 2023 3:23 AM

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Posted on Oct 6, 2023 4:58 AM

Ensure that your iPhone, iPad, and/or Mac are fully up-to-date:


Update to latest version of iOS and iPadOS or iPadOS

Update to latest version of macOS


Firmware updates are delivered automatically while your AirPods are charging and in Bluetooth range of your iPhone, iPad, or Mac that's connected to Wi-Fi. If this doesn't happen automatically after some time, or you don't have an Apple device nearby, you can set up an appointment at an Apple Store or with an Apple Authorized Service Provider to update your firmware.


You can find the latest firmware versions for AirPods here: About firmware updates for AirPods - Apple Support

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Oct 6, 2023 4:58 AM in response to mirceasam

Ensure that your iPhone, iPad, and/or Mac are fully up-to-date:


Update to latest version of iOS and iPadOS or iPadOS

Update to latest version of macOS


Firmware updates are delivered automatically while your AirPods are charging and in Bluetooth range of your iPhone, iPad, or Mac that's connected to Wi-Fi. If this doesn't happen automatically after some time, or you don't have an Apple device nearby, you can set up an appointment at an Apple Store or with an Apple Authorized Service Provider to update your firmware.


You can find the latest firmware versions for AirPods here: About firmware updates for AirPods - Apple Support

Can’t update my AirPods 3

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