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It’s pretty normal for devices like smartphones, tablets and laptops to get software updates regularly. Whether that’s a minor update for a bug fix, or a major update that brings a host of new features, like iOS 26 did for iPhone and Android 16 did for Android phones.

What’s less common is software updates for accessories. And yet, that’s exactly what has just gone down if you're a user of Apple’s Magic Keyboard or Magic Trackpad. In fact, even one of Apple’s power adapters has had a firmware update. Who knew that was even a thing?

What does the firmware update mean for your accessories?

As reported by 9to5Mac – after the firmware update was spotted by Aaron Perris, who posted it to X (formerly Twitter) – Apple has issued software updates to its USB-C Magic Keyboard, Magic Trackpad, Magic Trackpad 2 and the 140W USB-C Power Adapter Firmware.

According to Perris, the 140W USB-C Power Adapter Firmware is now version 1.4.84, while the USB-C Magic Keyboard and Magic Trackpad are version 3.1.9. The Magic Trackpad 2, meanwhile, is version 3.1.8.

We are assuming the firmware updates will improve compatibility with specific devices but at the moment, it is not currently known what has changed. Firmware updates for devices such as these are also done automatically in the background so it’s not something you can force, like traditional software updates.

If you’re wondering what firmware your Apple Magic Trackpad or Magic Keyboard is running at the moment and whether you are already on the new version, then click Bluetooth in the sidebar of the System Information window and find the name of your connected Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse or Magic Trackpad on the right. You will see the firmware version below the name.

We will update you if we find out what goodness (if any) this firmware update brings to Apple’s accessories.