Apple has released a new firmware update for the AirPods Max 2 just ahead of the product’s wider rollout, and this update carries version number 8E251 while focusing on improving performance and refining the experience powered by the new H2 chip, which already brings several advanced audio features.
The AirPods Max 2 runs on Apple’s H2 chip, and this upgrade enables features like Live Translation, Adaptive Audio, Loud Sound Reduction, and Voice Isolation, so this firmware update likely improves how these features perform during daily use while also fixing minor issues that users may notice over time.
How to install the firmware update
Follow these steps to update your AirPods Max 2:
- Keep your AirPods Max 2 near your iPhone, iPad, or Mac with Bluetooth turned on
- Connect your Apple device to a stable Wi-Fi network
- Plug your AirPods Max 2 into power using a USB-C cable
- Leave the devices close together and wait at least 30 minutes
- Reconnect and check the firmware version in settings
If the update does not install, restart your AirPods Max and repeat the process.
