The jump from launch firmware (v34356) to the current “extra quality” release is night and day. You’ll notice:
If you have not updated your firmware in over a year, you are essentially leaving performance on the table. The phrase is not a marketing gimmick—it is the tangible result of microcode optimizations.
: Includes patches for overall volume and microphone quality improvements.
However, I strongly advise downloading firmware from unofficial or "extra quality" sources. Here's why, and how to get the correct firmware safely.
The phrase “extra quality” in firmware updates does come from unofficial mods—it comes from ensuring you have meticulously applied the correct, genuine, latest version and then optimized your settings.
