Apple released a new firmware update for AirPods Max today after pulling the update released on Monday.
The 7E99 build was released on March 31, 2025 alongside iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4. It was supposed to introduce support for lossless audio and ultra-low latency audio; however, users had problems installing the update.
When used with an iPhone, iPad, or Mac running iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, macOS Sequoia 15.4 or later, AirPods Max with USB-C and firmware update 7E99 enable lossless audio and ultra-low latency audio for the ultimate listening experience and even greater performance for music production, content creation, and gaming.
Now Apple has released a new 7E101 build with the same release notes, removing the 7E99 build from its firmware update history.
To determine which firmware version you're currently running, you can use your iPhone, iPad, or Mac...
Find your AirPods firmware version on your iPhone or iPad
To use your iPhone or iPad to check that your AirPods are up to date, make sure that you have the latest version of iOS or iPadOS. Go to Settings > Bluetooth, then tap the Info buttonInfo button next to the name of your AirPods. Scroll down to the About section to find the firmware version.
Find your AirPods firmware version on your Mac
To use your Mac to check that your AirPods are up to date, make sure that you have the latest version of macOS. Choose Apple menu > System Settings, click Bluetooth, then click the Info buttonInfo button next to the name of your AirPods.
Notably, Apple has finally provided detailed instructions on how to update the firmware of your AirPods. You can find those instructions here:
● How to Update AirPods Firmware
If you don't already have AirPods, a few models are on sale today:
● AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) - $199 ($50 off)
● AirPods 4 - $117 ($12 off)
● AirPods Max - $529 ($20 off)
Please download the iClarified app or follow iClarified on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and RSS for more firmware update notifications.
The 7E99 build was released on March 31, 2025 alongside iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4. It was supposed to introduce support for lossless audio and ultra-low latency audio; however, users had problems installing the update.
When used with an iPhone, iPad, or Mac running iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, macOS Sequoia 15.4 or later, AirPods Max with USB-C and firmware update 7E99 enable lossless audio and ultra-low latency audio for the ultimate listening experience and even greater performance for music production, content creation, and gaming.
Now Apple has released a new 7E101 build with the same release notes, removing the 7E99 build from its firmware update history.
To determine which firmware version you're currently running, you can use your iPhone, iPad, or Mac...
Find your AirPods firmware version on your iPhone or iPad
To use your iPhone or iPad to check that your AirPods are up to date, make sure that you have the latest version of iOS or iPadOS. Go to Settings > Bluetooth, then tap the Info buttonInfo button next to the name of your AirPods. Scroll down to the About section to find the firmware version.
Find your AirPods firmware version on your Mac
To use your Mac to check that your AirPods are up to date, make sure that you have the latest version of macOS. Choose Apple menu > System Settings, click Bluetooth, then click the Info buttonInfo button next to the name of your AirPods.
Notably, Apple has finally provided detailed instructions on how to update the firmware of your AirPods. You can find those instructions here:
● How to Update AirPods Firmware
If you don't already have AirPods, a few models are on sale today:
● AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) - $199 ($50 off)
● AirPods 4 - $117 ($12 off)
● AirPods Max - $529 ($20 off)
Please download the iClarified app or follow iClarified on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and RSS for more firmware update notifications.