At its recent event, Apple didn't roll out a new AirPods Pro model, but it did tease some thrilling upgrades for the existing AirPods Pro 2. Now, a fresh firmware update has landed for the AirPods Pro 2, bringing along a brand-new set of hearing health features.
Apple has rolled out a new firmware update for the AirPods Pro 2 just in time for the launch of iOS 18.1 next week. This update introduces support for some exciting new health features:
Wondering what the new features entail? The Apple Hearing Test allows you to get scientifically backed hearing test results right from your living room, tailored for folks 18 and older. On top of that, the AirPods Pro 2 are now approved to work as an over-the-counter hearing aid in the US, making it easier for those with hearing loss to pick up on conversations and sounds around them.