Apple rolls out AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 beta firmware 8A5308b with improved call quality, studio-grade audio recording, and camera remote features for iOS 26 users.
New 8A5308b Build Is Available Exclusively to Registered Developers With Devices Running iOS 26, iPadOS 26, or macOS 26
Here’s why this AirPods beta update matters:
- Improved Call Audio: Expect noticeably better sound quality on phone and video calls.
- Studio-Quality Recording: Perfect for creators; record crisp audio for interviews, podcasts, or videos directly through your AirPods.
- Camera Remote Feature: Use your AirPods as a remote to snap a photo or start recording video right from the Camera app. Yes, really.
This latest beta build comes a few weeks after build 8A293c was released for the AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4.
How to Get It
This beta firmware update can now be installed via the AirPods settings menu when your AirPods are connected to your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. No complicated sideloading required, Apple’s making things a little easier this year.
Just a heads-up: the firmware is only available for developers, so if you’re not on the beta train, you’ll have to wait for the public release later this year, most likely alongside the full rollout of iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re an audiophile, content creator, or just someone who loves having the latest Apple features early, this AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 firmware beta is one to watch. Studio-quality recording and camera remote control? That’s peak utility for 2025.
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