Apple Delays AirPods Max Update Due to iOS Bug

Apple's latest firmware update for the USB-C version of AirPods Max, intended to enable lossless and ultra-low latency audio, has been delayed due to an unspecified software conflict with iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS Sequoia 15.4. The update, initially announced last week, was expected to introduce 24-bit, 48 kHz lossless audio, enhancing the listening experience for music creators using Apple's Logic Pro. The firmware version 7E99 is currently marked as 'coming soon,' with reports suggesting a possible error in the update file. Apple may need to issue a point update to its platforms to resolve the issue. Meanwhile, a new USB-C to 3.5mm cable for the AirPods Max has been released, usable without any firmware update. This delay marks the second instance this week where Apple has retracted a software update shortly after its release.