Apple Update Turns AirPods Pro 2 into Hearing Aids
Apple has introduced a hearing aid-like feature for AirPods Pro 2, allowing these wireless earbuds to serve as assistive hearing devices through a new software update. This feature, requiring an iPhone or iPad for initial setup, is designed to help people with mild to moderate hearing difficulties. This new option offers more accessibility for those who might otherwise avoid traditional hearing aids due to cost, stigma, or discomfort. The update leverages AirPods Pro 2’s noise-canceling and transparency features to amplify and clarify sounds, offering users an affordable, discreet, and high-quality hearing assistance solution.
According to the US National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, millions with hearing issues don’t use hearing aids, even though they may benefit significantly. Hearing aids can be expensive, require specialist fittings, and often suffer from issues like bulkiness and discomfort. Apple's update aims to address these obstacles, making auditory assistance more accessible to a broader audience.
