Apple has updated its official firmware support document on its website with an interesting little change that is meant for non-Apple users.
You don't need an iPhone, iPad, or Mac to update your AirPods Firmware, just take them to a nearby Apple store
The Cupertino giant released a handful of new updates today, including a new firmware update - 5E133 - for AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max. Updating to the new AirPods firmware is absolutely straightforward, and Apple gives users no control over how things happen because everything is delivered over the air as long as your AirPods are connected to your Apple devices, such as an iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
Turns out, there are a lot of AirPods users out there that do not have an Apple phone, tablet, or computer. What happens to those users whenever Apple releases a new firmware update for AirPods? Nothing at all; they're stuck on the firmware they got their AirPods with.
But everything changes today.
Just take your AirPods to Apple, and they will update your earphones to the latest firmware version.
The new change is outlined in Apple's updated firmware document for the AirPods:
If 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.
Basically, if you don't have an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, your AirPods will forever stay on the firmware they shipped with. If you've been experiencing bugs and issues, you can get rid of them by simply taking your AirPods to the Apple Store and having the firmware updated to the latest one.
While this is great news, we really wish there was an official app for Android, at least that would let you update the firmware over the air. It's somewhat absurd that you have to take a trip to the Apple Store to do something which you can obviously do from the comfort of your home. I mean, come on, the AirPods can be hooked up to your Mac or PC using a Lightning cable for charging. How about using that connection to deliver firmware updates as well?
Just a thought.
About the author: Uzair has been writing about tech for a little under 10 years. Started off in the Symbian days, migrated to Android, eventually settling on iOS and Mac to make a living. Loves photography, drones, talking about the latest tech, and firmly believes that iPad is the future of computing. Served as Editor-in-Chief with Redmond Pie for five years, author at The Readers Eye and many other freelance gigs. Wccftech is now his current home.
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