audioOS 9.9.18.4.1

audioOS

Version

9.9.18.4.1

Build ID

22L261

File Size

1.42 GB

Release Date

2025-04-16T17:28:34Z

Update Type

Normal release

Delta update - requires 16.6 installed first.

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About This Update

audioOS 9.9.18.4.1 (build 22L261) is an official Apple over-the-air update for the HomePod, released on 2025-04-16T17:28:34Z. The update package is 1.42 GB. This is a delta (partial) update that requires 16.6 to already be installed on the device - it cannot be applied from scratch. This update is no longer signed by Apple, meaning it can no longer be downloaded and applied on-device through Settings.

The OTA payload file is a68a379f6e5fd288f94fe5ec1e3811bfc94acebe.zip.

Direct URL

https://updates.cdn-apple.com/2025WinterFCS/patches/082-19020/81A77F65-E936-46FE-A3EE-963668EE98BE/com_apple_MobileAsset_SoftwareUpdate/a68a379f6e5fd288f94fe5ec1e3811bfc94acebe.zip

Filename

a68a379f6e5fd288f94fe5ec1e3811bfc94acebe.zip

Other Devices

HomePod (2nd generation)

AudioAccessory6,1

HomePod mini

AudioAccessory5,1

HomePod (Unknown Model)

AudioAccessory1,2