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Apple Updates AirPort Express With AirPlay 2 Support

Posted August 28, 2018 at 8:14pm by iClarified · 15281 views
Apple has issued a firmware update from the 802.11n AirPort Express which brings AirPlay 2 support!

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Firmware update 7.8
Firmware update 7.8 adds AirPlay 2 support to 802.11n AirPort Express base stations.
For more information on the security content of this update see: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT201222

For detailed information on AirPort base station firmware updates, including instructions how to install the update, please visit: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT201519
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AirPlay 2 arrived with the release of iOS 11.4. It allows you to play music on multiple AirPlay 2-enabled speakers in your house at the same time, all in sync.

Despite being discontinued by Apple, many homes still make use of the popular AirPort Express router. With the added support for AirPlay 2 the AirPort Express becomes a great way to send audio to third party speaker systems.

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