iOS 27 gives AirPods a massive free upgrade

In iOS 27, Apple expanded AirPods capabilities on the H2 chip: AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Max 2, and AirPods 4 received a customizable equalizer, head gesture controls, camera shutter from stems, live translation, and heart rate tracking. Older models will only get basic Siri and interface improvements.

• Customizable equalizer and noise cancellation sliders on H2 models
• Head gestures allow accepting and rejecting calls with a nod
• AirPods stems control camera shutter and live translation
• Heart rate tracking syncs with GymKit and Fitness app