Apple released a new firmware update for its AirPods Pro 3, moving the version to 8B34 from 8B30. The company’s support documentation states this release contains unspecified bug fixes and other improvements. No other AirPods models were updated alongside this release, focusing solely on the latest generation.

Firmware updates for AirPods install automatically in the background under ideal conditions. Users must ensure their connected iPhone, iPad, or Mac is running the latest software and is on Wi-Fi with the charging case connected to power. The process typically takes at least 30 minutes while the lid remains closed.

This minor update arrives just months after the AirPods Pro 3 debuted in September. The new hardware introduced several upgrades over the previous generation, including significantly better active noise cancellation, improved sound quality, and longer battery life. A notable new addition was the inclusion of heart rate monitoring for workouts, pushing the earbuds further into the fitness tracking space.