Apple re-launches AirPods Max firmware with lossless audio support

As we reported this morning, Apple has released a firmware update for the USB-C AirPods Max that enables lossless audio. However, due to a bug in iOS 18.4, the headphones were unable to download the update. Now the company has re-released the firmware that brings the new feature to AirPods Max. Apple’s support webpage for AirPods firmware now lists a new build “7E101” available for USB-C AirPods Max. The build released on Tuesday along with iOS 18.4 was 7E99. For some unknown reason, the AirPods Max failed when trying to download and install the latest firmware. As a result, users were unable to try out the new feature that enables lossless audio over USB-C. The update also brings ultra-low latency audio when using a USB-C cable, as well as enabling wired playback for the first time using Apple’s new USB-C to 3.5mm audio cable. You can check which firmware version your AirPods are running by going to Settings in iOS and looking for the AirPods menu at the top of the screen. Of cours ... Read full article.