Apple AirPods Pro 2 Gets FDA Approval for Hearing Aid Feature

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Great news for those with mild to moderate hearing loss! Apple AirPods Pro 2 ear buds can now be used as hearing aids, thanks to FDA clearance for a new software called Hearing Aid Feature (HAF). HAF, available on iOS 18, features a hearing test and customizes volume, tone, and balance settings according to your test results. With this new feature, Apple AirPods Pro 2 can be an affordable and accessible solution for millions of Americans suffering from hearing loss. Plus, it might even help reduce the stigma around hearing aids and encourage more people to seek assistance. Ready to level up your hearing game? Get ready for iOS 18, arriving by October!

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