Apple announces major updates to AirPods, set to get conversational boost

During the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2021 on Monday, tech conglomerate Apple announced that the AirPods Pro are all set to get a Conversational Boost, which will allow users to focus on the person in front of them and even dial down ambient noises.

Speaking at the event, Gagan Gupta, Senior Product Manager at the company, said Apple will also be adding notifications on the AirPods. Siri will read time-sensitive notifications, however, users can also use Focus or Do Not Disturb.

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Meanwhile, another breakthrough feature has been added to the AirPods this year, Find My network can be used to improve users experience. The new proximity view will also let users know when they are close by.

Like FASTags, you can now even set a notification when they go out of range.

Apple is also adding Spatial Audio experience to TVOS as well. It will also come to M1 powered Macs. Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos on Apple Music will start rolling out today.