how to update airpod 6.8.8 firmware

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It looks like you came from the Apple Support article About firmware updates for AirPods - Apple Support, which explains that your AirPods firmware is automatically updated so long as you also keep the iOS or iPadOS software of a paired iPhone or iPad, or macOS software of a paired Mac computer, up-to-date.

If your AirPods are not on the expected firmware version, check to make sure your paired devices' softwares are up-to-date:

1. Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support
2. Update macOS on Mac - Apple Support

If you're having trouble with these steps, please get in contact with Apple Support directly. They will be able to assist with issues updating the firmware: Get Support

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