This update, identified with version 7b30, replaces the previous 7b24 that Apple distributed shortly after the launch of the device. Although the company has not detailed the exact changes that this new software introduces, everything indicates that it could improve one of the star functions of the headphones: the heart rate monitoring.
New firmware for Powerbeats Pro 2
The Powerbeats Pro 2 have been one of Apple's great bets in the sports audio sector, integrating for the first time into a brand headphones capable of measuring heart rate. This functionality, which until now was reserved for the Apple Watch, has been well received by users who want to monitor every aspect of their physical activity without having their smart watch always placed. However, some users reported that this functionality was not entirely required, which would have required this update.
In addition to the heart rate sensor, the Powerbeats Pro 2 have other advanced features such as Active noise cancellationthe personalized space audio and the Apple H2 chip, which improves connectivity and sound quality. They have also received a new acoustic architecture that promises a more balanced audio and a better adaptation to different musical genres. Firmware update could include optimizations in any of these areas, in addition to general improvements in the stability of the Bluetooth connection and battery life.
How to update Apple headphones
To update the Powerbeats Pro 2, users must ensure that the headphones are connected to a power supply and within the Bluetooth range of an iPhone, iPad or Mac with Wi-Fi connection. Apple does not offer a manual method to force the update, so the process is carried out automatically in the background. Those who wish to verify the installed firmware version can do so from the Bluetooth settings on the iPhone, selecting the headphones on the list of devices and by pressing the information button.
The Android users They can also update the firmware of their Powerbeats Pro 2 through the Beat appavailable at the Play Store. Apple has been improving the compatibility of its headphones with Android devices in recent years, although some advanced functions, such as personalized space audio, are still limited to integration with iOS.
The company has demonstrated with the Powerbeats Pro 2 that continues to bet on high performance headphones oriented to sport, offering an alternative to the Airpods Pro for those looking for a safer and resistant adjustment. However, competition in this sector is fierce, with Brands like Sony and Bose presenting increasingly advanced models.
In the absence of an official Apple statement detailing the novelties of this update, it is only necessary to wait for users to prove the new firmware and report if there are significant improvements in the performance or in the precision of the heart rate sensor.
