Apple Launches Hearing Health Features
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•Apple’s AirPods Pro hearing health tools could normalize wearing earbuds everywhere
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Apple has released a suite of hearing health features for the AirPods Pro 2 alongside iOS 18.1 and a firmware update to the earbuds.
The FDA approved Apple ’s hearing test and hearing aid features days after the big announcement in September .
Apple says you can use hearing protection on AirPod Pro 2 for things like subway commutes, lawn-mowing and sporting events.
Apple improved algorithms that reduce the effect of loud noise while maintaining the sound signature.
Apple ’s AirPods Pro 2 can now function as a clinical-grade hearing aid.
1.5 billion people globally experience some degree of hearing loss, according to the World Health Organization .
The test is as easy to complete as Apple describes, and as promised, you immediately get your results.
Apple says it can take time to acclimate to the AirPods Pro 2's hearing aid feature.
The hearing aid mode is customizable as Apple allows adjustments for amplification, tone and balance.
The company says you shouldn't share the earbuds with anyone once hearing aid is enabled due to the personalized frequency adjustments.
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