During the iPhone 16 keynote, Apple announced that it would offer hearing aid features to AirPods Pro 2 owners. Today, the FDA has approved the company's tech, which means Cupertino can now offer this software for earbud users as an over-the-counter hearing aid device. FDA's press release says: "Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the first over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aid software device, Hearing Aid Feature, intended to be used with compatible versions of the Apple AirPods Pro headphones. Once installed and customized to the user’s hearing needs, the Hearing Aid Feature enables compatible versions of the AirPods Pro to serve as an OTC hearing aid intended to amplify sounds for individuals 18 years or older with perceived mild to moderate hearing impairment." Early this week, Apple said it wants to offer the first "all-in-one hearing health experience" that focuses on prevention, awareness, and assistance. You'll be able to configure the AirPods Pro 2 as hearing aids on the iPhone. Image source: Apple Inc. Prevention:  The ear tips help to provide passive noise reduction, while the H2 chip helps to actively reduce louder, more intermittent noise at 48,000 times per second. On by default, across all listening modes, Hearing Protection is helpful in a variety of loud settings. Plus, with an all-new multiband high dynamic range algorithm Awareness: In about five minutes, users can take a clinical-grade hearing test based on the standard clinical approach called pure-tone audiometry. The Hearing Test feature leverages advanced acoustic science and provides users with an interactive experience. When a user completes the test, they will see an easy-to-understand summary of their results, including a number representing hearing loss in each ear, a classification, and recommendations. Assistance: Using the personalized hearing profile from the Hearing Test, this new feature seamlessly transforms AirPods Pro into a clinical-grade hearing aid. After setup, the feature enables personalized dynamic adjustments so users have the sounds around them boosted in real time. This helps them better engage in conversation, and keeps them connected to the people and environment around them.  This week, Apple released a new firmware update for AirPods Pro 2 with several new iOS 18 features. However, it's unclear if the hearing aids feature was there. Apple hasn't announced if it's releasing a new firmware to enable these functions or if this is a server-side change it can make any time. BGR will let you know once we learn more about how AirPods Pro 2 hearing aid features start working. Don't Miss: AirPods Pro 2 firmware update available with 5 iOS 18 features The post AirPods Pro 2 hearing aid features just got FDA approval appeared first on BGR. Today's Top Deals Today’s deals: $20 Amazon credit, 23% off Galaxy Z Flip 6, $50 Ninja blender, $48 Anker ANC earbuds, more Today’s deals: $40 Sony headphones, $50 Ninja blender, $140 AirPods 3, $60 foldable camera drone, more Labor Day deals: Deep Apple discounts, $35 in Amazon credit, $279 Nintendo Switch OLED, more Labor Day weekend deals: $32 Magic Bullet bundle, $5 iPhone chargers, $199 iPad, $180 off Ninja cookware, more

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Baked Goat Cheese Dip is a creamy, warm party dip with a sun-dried tomato and basil topping. It is wonderfully delicious and easy to make for a party. Creamy Goat Cheese Base Goat cheese gets mixed with cream cheese to form a creamy, cheesy base for this dip. The cream cheese makes the dip extra creamy and helps make the flavor of the goat cheese taste a little more mild. I use a plain goat cheese but you could use a flavored goat cheese if you prefer. Tomato Topping The tomato topping contains 3 types of tomatoes for a robust tomato flavor. There’s tomato paste, a can of diced tomatoes (I like to use petite diced tomatoes), and sun-dried tomatoes. You can use either dry packed sun-dried tomatoes or sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil. Make Ahead The tomato topping can be made 24 to 48 hours in advance and refrigerated until needed. You can also mix together the goat cheese and cream cheese in advance. Place it in the baking dish you are going to use, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until needed. How To Serve Baked Goat Cheese Dip Serve this creamy dip with toasted baguette, crackers, or pita chips. Have leftovers? You can stuff chicken breasts with them or use as an omelet filling. Recipe Tip Use a log of goat cheese. Pre-crumbled goat cheese will not melt as well. Variations and Substitutions Use half a teaspoon of garlic powder in place of garlic cloves. Make it spicier. Double the amount of crushed red pepper flakes. Use thyme in place of basil. One teaspoon of chopped fresh thyme is plenty. Add a quarter cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese to the cheese mixture for more cheese flavor. How To Store Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in a microwave. More Creamy Dip Recipes Tuscan Sausage and White Bean Dip Hot Bacon and Swiss Dip Baked Pimento Cheese Dip Vidalia Onion Dip Jalapeno Popper Crab Dip Hot Jalapeno Bacon Spinach Dip Print Baked Goat Cheese Dip Baked Goat Cheese Dip is a creamy, warm party dip with a sun-dried tomato and basil topping. It is wonderfully delicious and easy to make for a party. Course AppetizerCuisine American Prep Time 10 minutes minutesCook Time 31 minutes minutesTotal Time 41 minutes minutes Servings 12 Calories 151kcal Ingredients1 tablespoon olive oil½ medium onion diced2 garlic cloves minced2 tablespoons tomato paste½ teaspoon sugar¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 (14.5-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes undrained⅓ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes¼ cup chopped fresh basil2 (4-ounce) logs goat cheese softened8 ounces cream cheese softened InstructionsHeat oil over medium heat in a medium saucpean. Add onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes to soften.Add garlic and cook 1 minute.Stir in tomato paste, sugar, red pepper flakes, diced tomatoes, and sun-dried tomatoes. Simmer 10 minutes or until very thick. Stir in basil and season to taste with salt and pepper.Combine goat cheese and cream cheese in a bowl and stir until blended.Spread in a 9-inch baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray.Top with tomato mixture. Bake 15 minutes. NotesDon’t use crumbled goat cheese. It doesn’t melt as well as the logs. NutritionCalories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 199mg | Potassium: 272mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 603IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 1mg The post Baked Goat Cheese Dip appeared first on Spicy Southern Kitchen.

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Meryl Streep and her Only Murders in the Building costar Martin Short have sparked up rumors among fans, who are alleging that the two are in a romantic relationship. Their chemistry from season four seems to have translated beyond set, as the TV duo were seen holding hands at the series’ premiere last month. An insider confirmed that their gesture was a way of hinting to the public about their sizzling bond, although they are yet to make things official. In the source’s words, their love story, which began months ago, is life imitating art. Meryl Streep and Martin Short’s past love lives Everett Meryl and her ex-husband, Don Gummer, have been separated for seven years; however, this was not publicized until last year since they continued to celebrate wedding anniversaries, and Meryl kept her ring on for the most part at public events. Neither of the estranged parties disclosed the reason for their split. However, there were rumors of infidelity between them. RELATED: Is This A Teenage Meryl Streep At A ‘60s Beatles Concert? Martin, on the other hand, lost his darling wife, Nancy Dolman, to ovarian cancer in 2010. He was left with their three adult children— Katherine, Oliver, and Henry, who are now excelling at their varying career paths. From recent observations, Martin may be back on the dating market, with Meryl likely to snatch him up. Everett Martin Short addresses dating rumors After some hand-holding at the Golden Globe Awards ceremony in January, Martin made a guest appearance on Bill Maher’s Club Random podcast, where he outrightly denied being in a relationship with Meryl. He noted that they were simply close friends, but Maher thought they made an enviable Hollywood power couple. Everett Martin later admitted to Mona Kosar Abdi that their friendship was growing into something more. Now, the duo cannot hold back on their admiration for one another and have decided to let the cat out of the bag. Sources say they are extremely comfortable around each other based on their longtime friendship. Click for next Article The post Meryl Streep And Martin Short Allegedly Falling In Love — Inside Their Secret Relationship appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A