Thanks to the H2 digital signal processor, Apple’s second generation AirPods Pro will be able to become a hearing aid for mild to moderate cases for the first time from next week in connection with the update to iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1 and macOS 15.1. There are also new hearing tests and so-called extended hearing protection, aimed at protecting AirPods Pro 2 wearers from noise-related hearing damage. However, Apple has now announced that this function will initially be available only in two markets: the United States and Canada. he is Apple’s official website To be removed.
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Not suitable for shooting range
A new algorithm is believed to ensure that concerts and live events continue to sound “normal” despite hearing protection attenuation of about 20 to 30 decibels. According to Apple, the hearing protection is designed for loud environments up to approximately 110 dB(A). It does not provide protection against sudden loud sounds, such as a loud bang: “The hearing protection function is not suitable for protection against extremely loud impulse sounds, such as shots, fireworks or jackhammers, or continuous sounds louder than 110 dBA. ” So for example, you can’t use the AirPods Pro at a shooting range.
It was initially unclear why Apple was unable to release this function outside the United States and Canada. It’s possible, at least according to rumors, that the company would want to seek approval first to avoid potential lawsuits. The hearing testing and hearing aid features have been clearly approved by the FDA in the United States, meaning the AirPods Pro 2 are considered “clinical grade hearing aids.”
nodding and nodding
Apple previously equipped AirPods with a new gesture function. These are available with AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 2 and allow calls if desired nodding or nodding Accept or reject.
You can also respond to requests from the voice assistant Siri. The required firmware has been available since last week and is slowly being installed on devices – the iPhone must also be running a current operating system. Apple also released new firmware updates for the AirPods Pro 1, AirPods 2 and 3, and AirPods Max with Lightning on Tuesday. The company didn’t reveal what exactly was new here.
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