Apple releases updated AirPods Pro 2 firmware

AirPods Pro (2nd generation)
Apple has released a new firmware update for the AirPods Pro 2, available for both USB-C and Lightning models. The update, with build number 7B19, comes ahead of the planned launch of Hearing Health features in iOS 18.1. Hearing Health includes a hearing test and hearing aid functionality for those with mild to moderate hearing loss.
Apple’s release notes:
• When used with an iPhone or iPad running iOS 18.1 or iPadOS 18.1 or later, AirPods Pro 2 with firmware update 7B19 enable three new features—a Hearing Test, Hearing Aid, and Hearing Protection.
• The Apple Hearing Test feature provides scientifically-validated hearing test results from the comfort of home (intended for users 18 years or older).
• The Hearing Aid feature provides personalized, clinical-grade assistance that is automatically applied to sounds in your environment as well as music, videos, and calls (intended for users 18 years or older with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss)
• The Hearing Protection feature helps users minimize exposure to loud environmental noise across listening modes (available in the United States and Canada)
Features require AirPods Pro 2 with firmware version 7B19 or later. All features may not be available for all countries or regions.
MacDailyNews Note: To check your current firmware for AirPods and/or AirPods Pro, with them connected to your device:
• macOS: Apple menu > About This Mac > System Report > Hardware > Bluetooth > Devices > AirPods name > Firmware Version
• iOS/iPadOS: Settings > General > About > Select the AirPods

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