Overview
- The update brings AirPods Pro 3 to build 8B34, replacing 8B30 from late last year.
- Apple’s AirPods firmware support page had not been updated to list 8B34 at publication time.
- Installation occurs automatically in the background once the paired device is on the latest OS, Bluetooth is on, Wi‑Fi is connected, and the case is charging with the earbuds nearby.
- There is no supported method to trigger the update manually.
- The release follows the September launch of AirPods Pro 3, with reports placing the firmware rollout ahead of iOS 26.3.