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09-14-2024, 06:04 PM
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Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 will soon function as over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids for adults, following FDA approval.
The update will amplify sound for those with mild to moderate hearing loss and create a custom sound profile through the Apple Health app.
This marks a major step in integrating health features into consumer tech, likely inspiring similar innovations from competitors like Samsung.


Apple is all set to introduce hearing aid capabilities to the AirPods Pro 2 after receiving an official nod (https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-authorizes-first-over-counter-hearing-aid-software) for the software from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The public health and safety body has recognized the Pro AirPods as the first “over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aid software device.”




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