{"id":638300,"date":"2024-09-13T23:45:46","date_gmt":"2024-09-13T20:45:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/"},"modified":"2024-09-13T23:45:46","modified_gmt":"2024-09-13T20:45:46","slug":"airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/","title":{"rendered":"#AirPods Pro 2 can now function as Hearing Aids after FDA grands Apple approval"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"single-box clearfix entry-content\" style=\"max-width:1050px;\">\n<input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Hearing Aid feature for AirPods Pro 2 | Apple\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dOuNLS1elWs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">App<\/a>le\u2019s AirPods Pro 2 have taken another significant step forward in redefining personal tech by earning FDA approval to function as over-the-counter hearing aids. This announcement comes as no surprise given Apple\u2019s continued focus on integrating health-related features into its devices. At $250, the AirPods Pro 2 are positioned as a cost-effective solution compared to traditional hearing aids, which often cost thousands of dollars.<\/p>\n<p>Apple is also helping users become more aware of their hearing health through an integrated, clinically validated hearing test. Conducted right from the AirPods Pro 2 paired with an iPhone, the test takes just five minutes. Users simply respond to tones at varying volumes and frequencies, making it a quick and accessible method to check for early signs of hearing loss. The results are then stored securely in Apple\u2019s Health app, where users can track their hearing health over time and share the data with healthcare providers if needed\u200b. Given that 80% of adults in the U.S. haven\u2019t had their hearing checked in the last five years, according to Apple\u2019s findings, this feature could play a crucial role in detecting hearing problems earlier.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-509705\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/images\/design_news\/2024\/09\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/apple_airpods_pro_2_hearing_aids_fda_approval_1.jpg\" alt width=\"1280\" height=\"961\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/2024\/09\/13\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"AirPods Pro 2 can now function as Hearing Aids after FDA grands Apple approval\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/images\/design_news\/2024\/09\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/apple_airpods_pro_2_hearing_aids_fda_approval_1.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/technology\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"4\" title=\"Technology\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">technology<\/a> behind this innovation leverages the AirPods Pro 2\u2019s H2 chip. Users can perform these hearing tests right from the iPhone. Once\u00a0the user completes the hearing test, the AirPods Pro can automatically adjust audio settings to amplify sounds specifically tailored to their hearing profile. This means that whether you\u2019re in a conversation, listening to music, or on a phone call, the AirPods Pro 2 will enhance the sounds that matter most to you, making interactions clearer and more accessible. Unlike traditional hearing aids, which can be costly and often come with limited sound quality, the AirPods Pro 2 offers a more affordable and seamless solution. Apple\u2019s tight integration of hardware and software ensures that users benefit from pro-level sound quality in every aspect, from listening to music to engaging in real-world conversations.<\/p>\n<p>The FDA\u2019s approval followed a clinical study involving 118 participants who experienced mild to moderate hearing loss. According to the results, the self-fitting feature of the AirPods Pro 2 provided comparable benefits to professionally fitted devices, with no adverse effects reported. This breakthrough is part of a broader regulatory shift in the U.S., which, starting in 2022, allowed for over-the-counter hearing aids. This effort was driven by a desire to provide more affordable options for the approximately 30 million Americans who suffer from hearing impairments. With regulatory approvals from bodies like the FDA, the hearing aid functionality will be available in over 100 countries, including the U.S., Germany, and Japan, Apple says.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-509706\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/images\/design_news\/2024\/09\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/apple_airpods_pro_2_hearing_aids_fda_approval_2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/2024\/09\/13\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"AirPods Pro 2 can now function as Hearing Aids after FDA grands Apple approval\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/images\/design_news\/2024\/09\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/apple_airpods_pro_2_hearing_aids_fda_approval_2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignnone size-full wp-image-509706\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/images\/design_news\/2024\/09\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/apple_airpods_pro_2_hearing_aids_fda_approval_2.jpg\" alt width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/2024\/09\/13\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"AirPods Pro 2 can now function as Hearing Aids after FDA grands Apple approval\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/images\/design_news\/2024\/09\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/apple_airpods_pro_2_hearing_aids_fda_approval_2.jpg\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<amp-ad width=\"100vw\" height=\"320\" type=\"adsense\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-0648786275385337\" data-ad-slot=\"6683677248\" data-auto-format=\"rspv\" data-full-width><\/p>\n<div overflow><\/div>\n<p><\/amp-ad><\/div>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 4px; margin: 18px auto 20px; text-align:center;\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\" type=\"c382f70513b8254725139ee0-text\/javascript\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><script type=\"c382f70513b8254725139ee0-text\/javascript\">\n<\/script><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Despite its potential, using AirPods Pro 2 as hearing aids does come with limitations. Traditional hearing aids are designed to be worn for extended periods, offering maximum comfort and effectiveness. While AirPods Pro 2 are known for their comfort, they are still consumer-grade earbuds with a limited battery life lasting just a few hours rather than entire days. Their primary function remains entertainment, and they may not be suitable for people with severe hearing issues. Moreover, this functionality will only be available in the AirPods Pro 2 model, not the more affordable $130 or $180 versions of AirPods 4, which also launched recently.<\/p>\n<p>Nonetheless, this is a critical development for accessibility in personal technology. Compared to traditional hearing aids, which can range from $2,000 to $10,000, Apple\u2019s AirPods Pro 2 offer a solution at a fraction of the cost. Although Apple is not known for affordable budget-friendly products, its disruption of this market underscores the need for more affordable health tech options.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-509707\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/images\/design_news\/2024\/09\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/apple_airpods_pro_2_hearing_aids_fda_approval_3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/2024\/09\/13\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"AirPods Pro 2 can now function as Hearing Aids after FDA grands Apple approval\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/images\/design_news\/2024\/09\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/apple_airpods_pro_2_hearing_aids_fda_approval_3.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignnone size-full wp-image-509707\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/images\/design_news\/2024\/09\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/apple_airpods_pro_2_hearing_aids_fda_approval_3.jpg\" alt width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/2024\/09\/13\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"AirPods Pro 2 can now function as Hearing Aids after FDA grands Apple approval\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/images\/design_news\/2024\/09\/airpods-pro-2-can-now-function-as-hearing-aids-after-fda-grands-apple-approval\/apple_airpods_pro_2_hearing_aids_fda_approval_3.jpg\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"swp-hidden-panel-wrap\" style=\"display: none; visibility: collapse; opacity: 0\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"swp-content-locator\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-5\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<amp-ad width=\"100vw\" height=\"320\" type=\"adsense\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-0648786275385337\" data-ad-slot=\"9466393889\" data-auto-format=\"rspv\" data-full-width><\/p>\n<div overflow><\/div>\n<p><\/amp-ad>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"vcard author\"><br \/>\n<span>By<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Sarang Sheth<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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