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Updated · Geeky Gadgets · Jul 1
Apple Releases AirPods 9A304b Beta Firmware, Improving Noise Cancellation as Update Process Still Lacks Manual Controls
Updated
Updated · Geeky Gadgets · Jul 1

Apple Releases AirPods 9A304b Beta Firmware, Improving Noise Cancellation as Update Process Still Lacks Manual Controls

1 articles · Updated · Geeky Gadgets · Jul 1

Summary

  • 9A304b beta firmware for AirPods adds stronger connectivity, refined noise cancellation and bug fixes, including a volume-adjustment issue and Dolby Atmos head-tracking tweaks.
  • iOS 27 beta 2 and macOS 27 beta 2 support the release, which applies to AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4 and AirPods Max 2.
  • Apple still requires users to enable AirPods beta updates and wait for installation to start automatically, with no manual “update now” option and uneven timing.
  • Core audio quality, equalizer options and any battery-life gains remain unchanged or unconfirmed, leaving the update focused on reliability rather than a broader feature overhaul.

Insights

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