Dr. Sumbul Desai, Apple's VP of Health, stated, "We're really excited to announce that this fall, AirPods Pro will have a clinical grade, over-the-counter hearing aid feature," highlighting the importance of accessibility for those with hearing loss.
Apple's new feature promises that users can take a five-minute, at-home, clinically validated hearing test. Based on the results, AirPods will be personalized to act as hearing aids, addressing individual hearing needs.
With around 20% of the global population experiencing hearing loss, this new feature could significantly impact those who have mild to moderate hearing loss, making hearing aids more accessible.
The cost of traditional hearing aids often ranges from $2,000 to $7,000, while over-the-counter devices became available at lower prices after the FDA's 2022 rule. This makes the AirPods Pro an appealing alternative.
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