https://wccftech.com/airport-express-firmware-update-adds-support-for-airplay-2-and-home-app/

Earlier this year, it was reported that AirPort Express would receive an update which will carry support for AirPlay 2. While owners of the AirPort Express have been on a rollercoaster since then, support for AirPlay 2 is finally here. Moreover, even though the hardware has been discontinued by the company, today marks a special day for owners of the device. The new update bumps up the version of the firmware to 7.8 and adds support for AirPlay 2 as well as the Home app. Let’s dive in to see some more details on the matter.

This is not the first time that we’re hearing about AirPlay 2 support for the AirPort Express. The teaser for AirPlay 2 support has been present since the release of iOS 11.4 beta. Today, the 2012 second generation model of AirPort Express has been updated with support for AirPlay to and Home app.