Apple AirPods Pro 2 now function as hearing aids in the UK: Here’s how it works
1 month ago

Apple AirPods Pro 2 now function as hearing aids in the UK: Here’s how it works

Live Mint  

People across the UK will now be able to utilise their Apple AirPods Pro 2 as hearing aids, thanks to a new software update rolled out by the tech giant. Apple highlighted that millions of people in the UK are affected by mild to moderate hearing loss, a condition that, if left untreated, can lead to serious health concerns, including social isolation and an increased risk of dementia. “At Apple, we believe that technology can help people live healthier lives, and we’re delighted to bring the hearing aid feature to the UK, offering our users an end-to-end hearing health experience with AirPods Pro 2,” she said. This latest update joins Apple’s suite of hearing protection tools, including a loud sound reduction system, which actively detects and minimises exposure to excessive noise levels without compromising the clarity of what the user is listening to.

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Apple update turns AirPods Pro into hearing aids
1 month ago

Apple update turns AirPods Pro into hearing aids

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A new Apple update will turn its AirPods Pro into hearing aids. Apple …

The AirPods Pro 2 are down to their lowest-ever price
3 months ago

The AirPods Pro 2 are down to their lowest-ever price

The Independent  

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Heart rate monitoring and more: Apple testing health-tracking tech for AirPods Pro 3, Gurman reveals
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3 months ago

Heart rate monitoring and more: Apple testing health-tracking tech for AirPods Pro 3, Gurman reveals

Live Mint  

Cupertino-based tech giant Apple is reportedly in the early stages of developing its next-generation AirPods Pro, rumoured to be equipped with advanced health-tracking features. Heart Rate and Health Integration Several leaks suggest that users will need to wear both earbuds to activate the heart-rate monitoring feature, which is expected to sync with the Apple Health app. Potential Launch Timeline Although …

Next-gen AirPods Pro could sport health features like heart rate and temperature monitoring
3 months ago

Next-gen AirPods Pro could sport health features like heart rate and temperature monitoring

India Today  

For the past few years, Apple has been dedicatedly working to install health features into iPhones and its wearables. According to a Bloomberg report, Apple is working to add heart rate monitoring and temperature sensing for the next-gen AirPods Pro. Apple's next AirPods Pro may come with these health features After the Apple Watch, the company is reportedly working on …

The AirPods Pro 2 are down to their lowest-ever price
3 months, 1 week ago

The AirPods Pro 2 are down to their lowest-ever price

The Independent  

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Can the AirPods Pro 2 Really Replace Hearing Aids? We Asked a Grandmother
3 months, 1 week ago

Can the AirPods Pro 2 Really Replace Hearing Aids? We Asked a Grandmother

Wired  

Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 wireless earphones include a new hearing-aid capability, along with several other hearing health features. We asked a grandmother in her eighties who uses hearing aids on a regular basis—to be more specific, my grandmother—to test the feature for a week. Familiarity with the user interface of Apple products allowed my grandmother to help with this review …

Elon Musk Lauds Apple AirPods Pro 2's Touching Ad Of Hearing Aid Feature
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Elon Musk Lauds Apple AirPods Pro 2's Touching Ad Of Hearing Aid Feature

ABP News  

X owner Elon Musk has hailed Apple's new holiday-themed Musk while responding to this ad said, "This is cool." This is cool https://t.co/OeowXbGYvN — Elon Musk November 29, 2024 In a touching two-minute The ad was widely praised on social media for its heartfelt storytelling and was noted for steering away from Apple's typical "woke" advertising approach. Airpods Pro 2: …

Elon Musk buries hatchet with Apple, lauds Heartstrings ad for AirPods Pro 2 with hearing aid feature — 'This is cool'
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Elon Musk buries hatchet with Apple, lauds Heartstrings ad for AirPods Pro 2 with hearing aid feature — 'This is cool'

Live Mint  

Tech mogul Elon Musk has shared rare praise for Apple’s latest The Apple’s CEO Tim Cook shared the ad on X, expressing his pride in the teams behind the technology. “I’m so proud of the many teams across Apple developing powerful technologies that are improving people’s lives," he wrote. “The Hearing Aid feature on AirPods Pro 2 uses your personalised …

Elon Musk, once at odds with Apple, just praised its latest ad. Watch
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Elon Musk, once at odds with Apple, just praised its latest ad. Watch

Hindustan Times  

Apple’s new ad, released ahead of the holiday season, seems to be resonating with millions. Among those it impressed was Elon Musk - the Tesla CEO shared a rare word of appreciation for Apple after Tim Cook posted the ad on X. Musk’s praise for the ad is noteworthy because the eccentric billionaire has been at odds with Apple in …

Bengaluru innovators unlock hearing aid feature in Apple AirPods for grandmothers: Report
4 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru innovators unlock hearing aid feature in Apple AirPods for grandmothers: Report

Hindustan Times  

In a heart warming development, three young tech enthusiasts from Bengaluru have found a way to enable the hearing aid feature in Apple’s AirPods Pro 2, a function blocked in India due to regulatory restrictions. The three men successfully activated the hearing aids feature in Apple AirPods for over 30 people. The men wanted something simple and smart for their …

Apple Introduces Hearing Health Feature for AirPods Pro 2 Users
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Apple Introduces Hearing Health Feature for AirPods Pro 2 Users

India Today  

Apple's new Hearing Health feature allows users to conduct a clinical-grade hearing test using AirPods Pro 2 to assess and track their hearing health from their iPhone or iPad. The test examines a range of frequencies and offers users insights into their hearing ability based on decibel hearing levels (dBHL). Users can access the hearing health feature through the Settings …

The Apple AirPods update that could help millions who didn’t know they needed it
4 months, 3 weeks ago

The Apple AirPods update that could help millions who didn’t know they needed it

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. And last month, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved software from Apple that would turn AirPods …

Apple AirPods Pro's Hearing Aid Feature Could Help Millions with Hearing Loss
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Apple AirPods Pro's Hearing Aid Feature Could Help Millions with Hearing Loss

Associated Press  

Apple's new AirPods Pro hearing aid feature could help millions of people with hearing loss. The feature allows users to adjust the volume and pitch of their hearing aids directly from their iPhone or iPad. Experts applaud the move, but it's unclear yet whether the rule change has helped, experts say. The feature is available with AirPods Pro 2 models …

FCC Sets 2026 Deadline for Hearing Aid Compatibility in Smartphones
5 months ago

FCC Sets 2026 Deadline for Hearing Aid Compatibility in Smartphones

ABP News  

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has set a 2026 deadline for smartphone manufacturers to ensure their devices are compatible with hearing aids. This move aims to improve accessibility for individuals with hearing impairments by mandating hearing aid compatibility and simpler Bluetooth pairing options. The FCC also requires manufacturers to meet specific volume control standards and clearly indicate hearing aid …

Apple's New Hearing Test Can Reveal Life-Changing Insights
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5 months ago

Apple's New Hearing Test Can Reveal Life-Changing Insights

Live Mint  

Apple's new hearing test and hearing-aid capability for AirPods Pro 2 can help people with mild to moderate hearing loss. The test can tell users if they should worry about hearing loss and can block loud noises. The AirPods Hearing Aid feature adds personalized hearing assistance while wearing AirPods Pro. The test can reveal potentially life-changing insights for people with …

AirPods 4 review: Are these Apple’s best-value earbuds yet?
5 months, 3 weeks ago

AirPods 4 review: Are these Apple’s best-value earbuds yet?

The Independent  

AirPods 4 is the name given to Apple’s latest true-wireless in-ear headphones. They don’t have the exchangeable silicone tips found on the AirPods pro, but the stem is short and has a flat edge, which allows you to turn noise-cancelling on or off by a long squeeze. These are open earbuds, and they don’t have the silicone tips of the …

Apple has a hot new product. It’s a hearing aid.
6 months, 1 week ago

Apple has a hot new product. It’s a hearing aid.

Live Mint  

When the world’s most valuable company held its latest glitzy event this week, Apple offered a peek at its highly anticipated AI tools and the next iPhone. As soon as it rolls out the software update this fall, Apple will instantly make the AirPods Pro 2 into a medical device, essentially turning every pair of the company’s top-selling headphones into …

Apple's AirPods Pro hearing aid software gets U.S. FDA nod
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple's AirPods Pro hearing aid software gets U.S. FDA nod

The Hindu  

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday authorized the first over-the-counter hearing aid software that is intended to be used with compatible versions of the Apple AirPods Pro headphones. Earlier this week, Apple said its AirPods Pro 2 could now be "transformed" into a personalized hearing aid via an upcoming software update that would boost specific sounds in real …

FDA authorizes first OTC hearing aid software to be used in Apple's AirPods Pro
6 months, 2 weeks ago

FDA authorizes first OTC hearing aid software to be used in Apple's AirPods Pro

Hindustan Times  

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Apple’s AirPods Pro Could Soon Disrupt the Hearing Aid Industry
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple’s AirPods Pro Could Soon Disrupt the Hearing Aid Industry

Wired  

If you didn’t hear the big news at Apple’s “It’s Glowtime” event on Monday, well, the company has plans to help with that. Imminent upgrades to Apple’s second-generation AirPods Pro wireless earbuds will soon outfit the ubiquitous headphones with hearing aid features, further disrupting a market well in the throes of a disruption already. The catch is that it isn’t …

Apple earphones will turn into hearing aids with new software update - here's how it works
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple earphones will turn into hearing aids with new software update - here's how it works

Daily Mail  

Apple revealed its new iPhone last night with typical fanfare, along with a nifty little feature for its earphones that are already on the market. 'We're thrilled to provide breakthrough software features with AirPods Pro that put users' hearing health front and centre, bringing new ways to help test for and receive assistance for hearing loss.' With the new software …

Apple’s new AirPods are also hearing aids. Can they really save you thousands of dollars?
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple’s new AirPods are also hearing aids. Can they really save you thousands of dollars?

CNN  

CNN — During its glossy product announcement event on Tuesday, Apple unveiled a new role for its latest AirPods Pro model: medical device. “We’re adding this groundbreaking capability to help more than 1 billion people living with mild to moderate hearing loss,” said Sumbul Ahmad Desai, Apple’s vice president of health. Over-the-counter hearing aids, such as Apple’s offering, also are …

AirPods: Apple planning to release two new versions of iPhone earphones, report claims
7 months, 1 week ago

AirPods: Apple planning to release two new versions of iPhone earphones, report claims

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Apple is planning two new versions of the AirPods to be released later …

Run, don't walk! You can grab the 'simply outstanding' Apple AirPods Pro for UNDER £200 on Amazon in rare sale (that's the same price as Black Friday)
10 months, 1 week ago

Run, don't walk! You can grab the 'simply outstanding' Apple AirPods Pro for UNDER £200 on Amazon in rare sale (that's the same price as Black Friday)

Daily Mail  

SHOPPING – Contains affiliated content. Shop The Apple AirPods Pro is now on sale for under £200 on Amazon - that's the same price as they were for Black Friday The most premium earbuds from Apple are now at the same price as they were back in the Black Friday sales, so there's never been a better time to snap …

AirPods Pro 2 review
2 years, 5 months ago

AirPods Pro 2 review

Daily Mail  

Rating: I've always had a bit of a love-hate relationship with wireless earphones. Unlike the standard AirPods, the Pro model comes with silicone ear tips - available in four sizes - meaning they fit much more comfortably in your ears and feel secure when you're running or walking. The new AirPods Pro 2 bring touch controls and spatial audio, while …

Apple AirPods And Pros Are On Sale Right Now
2 years, 5 months ago

Apple AirPods And Pros Are On Sale Right Now

Huff Post  

HuffPost may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. These also come with tapered silicone tips that come in three different sizes for a comfortable and customizable fit. With the second generation AirPods, you can enjoy five hours of listening per charge and 24 hours when recharged with the included compact charging case. You can also …

Apple AirPods Pro 2 review: Pleasing in more ways than one
2 years, 5 months ago

Apple AirPods Pro 2 review: Pleasing in more ways than one

Live Mint  

Audio products like Apple’s AirPods Pro or Samsung’s Galaxy Buds have a tricky spot in markets like India. Granted that Apple has never really made products ‘meant’ for India, the company’s AirPods Pro may actually be the right fit for premium true wireless earbuds buyers in the country. The AirPods Pro, which will cost you ₹26,900, have been three years …

Apple AirPods Pro will help to drive shipment and revenue growth: Know how?
2 years, 6 months ago

Apple AirPods Pro will help to drive shipment and revenue growth: Know how?

India TV News  

Improved performance by its audio sub-brand Beats by Dre helped Apple to achieve 13.1 per cent overall shipment growth in the global TWS market in the second quarter this year, a new report has shown. "Apple will be relying on its new AirPods Pro model to drive both shipment and revenue growth for its wearables, home and accessories category in …

Apple launches the next generation of AirPods Pro at ₹26,900
2 years, 6 months ago

Apple launches the next generation of AirPods Pro at ₹26,900

Live Mint  

Apple has announced the second generation of AirPods Pro. Major upgrades on the Apple AirPods Pro are Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode along with Spatial Audio. Second-generation AirPods Pro’s ear tip sizes include a new extra small ear tip for a better fit to more customers. Another feature that the iPhone maker has added to the second-generation AirPods Pro …

Next Apple AirPods Could Help Users Track Their Physical Activity
3 years, 1 month ago

Next Apple AirPods Could Help Users Track Their Physical Activity

News 18  

Apple has filed for a patent that shows how its AirPods models will be able to keep track of users’ physical activity. “Wireless Ear Bud System With Pose Detection", is a newly-revealed patent application that proposes determining details of your movement via AirPods, reports AppleInsider. The patent proposes that AirPods may have sensors to gather orientation information such as accelerometer …

Apple is testing AirPods as possible hearing aids, posture improvers and in-ear thermometers
3 years, 5 months ago

Apple is testing AirPods as possible hearing aids, posture improvers and in-ear thermometers

Daily Mail  

Apple is looking at ways to make its AirPods more than just conduits for music and podcasts. A firmware update to AirPods Pro this month allow wearers to access a new 'Conversation Boost' feature that isolates the voice of the person in front of you. Scroll down for video Apple is looking into whether AirPods could be utilized as proper …

Apple developing high-end headphones with interchangeable parts
4 years, 11 months ago

Apple developing high-end headphones with interchangeable parts

Live Mint  

LOS ANGELES/TAIPEI :Apple Inc. is developing over-ear wireless headphones with parts that can be swapped in and out, seeking to augment its AirPods business with a high-end audio product, according to people familiar with the matter. China’s Goertek Inc. is among the partners Apple has discussed for handling assembly of its headphones, according to other people familiar with the California …

Apple AirPods Pro Review: This Pro Will Just Make Rivals Think About Surrender
5 years, 4 months ago

Apple AirPods Pro Review: This Pro Will Just Make Rivals Think About Surrender

News 18  

There is no debate about it. There are now pressure and touch sensors in each extension—you can long press to switch between noise cancellation and transparency modes, tap to change music tracks and the AirPods Pro will automatically pause music or video playback as soon as you remove them and restart once you wear them again. The extremely low audio …

Apple introduces AirPods Pro at Rs 24,900: Key features, availability and more
5 years, 4 months ago

Apple introduces AirPods Pro at Rs 24,900: Key features, availability and more

India TV News  

Apple on Monday announced AirPods Pro with active noise cancellation and superior, immersive sound in a lightweight, in-ear design. The Active Noise Cancellation feature on AirPods Pro uses two microphones combined with advanced software to continuously adapt to each individual ear and headphone fit. In the Active Noise Cancellation mode, AirPods Pro delivers up to four-and-a-half hours of listening time …

Apple introduces the new AirPods Pro with active noise cancellation, in-ear design for $250
5 years, 4 months ago

Apple introduces the new AirPods Pro with active noise cancellation, in-ear design for $250

Firstpost  

After being part of several leaks over the past month or so, the next-gen Apple AirPods Pro have been finally unveiled by Apple for a price of $250. The new AirPods take a page out of Samsung’s Galaxy Buds by introducing Active Noise Cancellation to cut off ambient noise from the outside world and give you a clean listening experience, …

AirPods Pro will scan your ears to tell you if they fit correctly, says Apple
5 years, 4 months ago

AirPods Pro will scan your ears to tell you if they fit correctly, says Apple

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Apple's new AirPods Pro will scan the inside of your ears when you …

Powerbeats Pro: Apple's own AirPods competitor to open pre-orders, Beats announces
5 years, 10 months ago

Powerbeats Pro: Apple's own AirPods competitor to open pre-orders, Beats announces

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Beats's competitor to the AirPods, the PowerBeats Pro, is about to go on …

Apple AirPods 2 with health-monitoring functions are coming in first half of 2019
6 years, 2 months ago

Apple AirPods 2 with health-monitoring functions are coming in first half of 2019

India Today  

It has long been known that Apple is working on the second generation of its wireless Bluetooth earphones- the Apple AirPods. Last year, noted Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said that Apple could launch AirPods 2 along with a wireless charging case in the first half of 2019. The report states that the AirPods 2 will come with a brand new …

Apple AirPods 2 appear on Bluetooth SIG certification site with healthcare features
6 years, 4 months ago

Apple AirPods 2 appear on Bluetooth SIG certification site with healthcare features

India Today  

Apple's October event was a hit. The Bluetooth SIG certification site has revealed that the AirPods 2 will come packed with wellness features, as also reported earlier. The certification site additionally reveals that the new Apple AirPods 2 will come with Bluetooth 5.0 support and offer more than just audio. The new AirPods 2 is expected to come with several …

Apple is working on AirPods 2 with improved noise cancelling and hands-free mode: Report
7 years ago

Apple is working on AirPods 2 with improved noise cancelling and hands-free mode: Report

Firstpost  

It is expected that Apple will add water-resistance along with the introduction of its upcoming Bluetooth W2 chip for more reliable connection in AirPods 2. Apple is working on the next-generation AirPods that will come with noise cancellation and see the light of day in 2019, media reported. “Feature-wise, the second iteration of AirPods will reportedly include noise cancellation features …

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