Apple's upcoming iOS 18 will enable users with mild to moderate hearing loss to use AirPods as hearing aids, pending FDA approval.
The FDA described Apple's feature as the first 'over-the-counter hearing aid software,' potentially enhancing access to hearing support for adults.
TechCrunch's Brian Heater experienced a beta version of the feature, highlighting that it is exclusive to AirPods Pro 2 due to necessary technology.
The introduction of AirPods as hearing aids signifies a shift in the hearing aid market, making technology more accessible for consumers.
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