Got a pair of Apple’s third generation AirPods wireless earbuds? If you answered yes to that question, then you might want to be aware of a new software update that dropped for them this Wednesday afternoon.
Apple has been releasing a lot of AirPods Pro 2 firmware updates lately, but not so much for other models of the brand’s audio products. For that reason, owners of the AirPods 3 might want to know that there’s a new firmware update available for their headphones.
The AirPods Pro should adopt USB-C charging this year but don't expect the third-generation AirPods to pick up a USB-C version of its charging case before 2024.
Learn what steps to take if your AirPods, AirPods Pro, or their charging case get dropped in water or exposed to sweat, juice, beer, and other liquids.
Don't expect the current AirPods Pro to be available at a lower price when the second-generation model launches, according to a revered analyst who says Apple wants to avoid repeating the same mistake as with the non-Pro models.
From time to time, Apple will release minor software updates for its accessories. In most cases, this isn't meant to welcome a whole host of new features to the mix. Sometimes it does add new elements, though. Unfortunately, for the latest updates for Apple's truly wireless headphones, there doesn't appear to be any of that.
Watch this video going through some handy AirPods 3 tips and tricks recommended to set up, configure, use and get the most out of your third-generation Apple earbuds.
Apple's third-generation AirPods have three built-in microphones in each earbud versus two microphones per earphone for the second-generation model.
Check out the official AirPods 3 system requirements to see if your phones, tablets, computers and other devices are supported by Apple's third-generation wireless earbuds.
Apple is now selling AirPods Pro with its new MagSafe wireless charging case in the box instead of the previous non-MagSafe one, with the earbuds price unchanged at $249 a pop.
Following AirPods 3 launch, Apple's lowered the second-generation AirPods price to $129. The Qi charging case is still available as a standalone item, but you can no longer get an AirPods + wireless charging case bundle which used to sell at a discounted price.
At today's "Unleashed" event, Apple revealed what's next for AirPods. The announcement started with a deeper look at Spatial Audio, which is a feature baked into Apple Music with supported hardware. And Apple is expanding that feature.