Apple today introduced new beta firmware for the AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4, with an 8A5308b version number, up from 8A5293c. The firmware is

As well as having spectacular sound and noise-cancelling, the AirPods Pro 2 feature the best battery life on any AirPods. “The case now includes Apple’s U1 chip, which means you can use the Find My app on your iPhone to locate it when you’ve misplaced it,” said The Independent ’s tech critic, David Phelan, in his review.

Frequent users of Apple's earbuds and over-ears know the problem: Empty AirPods when you leave the house. iOS 26 has an antidote.

If you need to upgrade your old AirPods and gain some new features in the process, The Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation are on sale for under $120 right now.

When my wife and I travel, we usually download some shows to watch on our flight. But we always have to split a set of AirPods when we watch these shows so we each have one earbud

Coming in at $99, the AirPods 4 are now in the range of many budget earbuds but they offer a premium experience that’s hard to beat. These fourth-generation earbuds have been redesigned to be more comfortable and stable for all-day wear. The new shape and shorter stem sound better and also fit more securely.

We’re likely going to see yet another version of AirPods Pro this September, alongside the launch of the iPhone

PEOPLE writers and editors tried different versions of Apple headphones to put their noise cancellation, comfort, and sound quality to the test. Stock up on their favorite models, including AirPods Max,