Apple AirPods Gain Hearing Aid Capabilities with New Firmware Update
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Apple has released firmware updates for AirPods 4 (version 7B20) and AirPods Pro 2 (version 7B21), which previously ran on version 7B19. While the specific changes in the new updates are unclear, Apple mentions they include 'bug fixes and other improvements.' Last month's update introduced new hearing features for AirPods Pro 2, but no details were provided for AirPods 4. Firmware updates are installed automatically when AirPods are connected to an iOS device or Mac.
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