Your AirPods Pro 2 are getting a free audio upgrade, and it's the most important one yet

Today, Apple announced a list of upgrades to its AirPods lineup, including two new AirPods 4 models, hardware upgrades to the over-ear AirPods Max, and significant software upgrades to its premium earbuds, the AirPods Pro 2.

Later this fall, when iOS 18 is available for download, AirPods Pro 2 users will be able to access software features like Siri Interactions and Voice Isolation, unveiled in June during the company's annual Worldwide Developers Conference.

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More notable features coming to the Pro 2 earbuds include a clinically validated hearing test to assess the wearer's hearing capabilities and monitor gradual hearing loss. Users can complete a hearing test on their iPhone when wearing the Pro 2 to access insights and metrics. Additionally, the Pro 2 can double as an over-the-counter ...