What You Should Know:
– Apple has introduced a groundbreaking new feature for AirPods Pro 2: the world’s first end-to-end hearing health experience.
– The innovative solution combines a scientifically validated Hearing Test with a clinical-grade Hearing Aid capability, providing users with a comprehensive tool for managing their hearing health.
Addressing the Hearing Loss Epidemic
Approximately 1.5 billion people worldwide are living with hearing loss, according to the World Health Organization. Many individuals with hearing loss go untreated, leading to significant consequences for their overall health and well-being. Apple’s new hearing health features aim to address this issue by providing accessible and affordable solutions.
The Importance of Early Detection and Intervention
Early detection and intervention are crucial for managing hearing loss. The Hearing Test included with AirPods Pro 2 allows users to quickly and easily check their hearing from the comfort of their own home. This can help identify hearing loss early on and encourage individuals to seek professional care.
A Personalized Hearing Solution
Once users have completed the Hearing Test, they can use their personalized hearing profile to adjust the settings on their AirPods Pro 2. This allows for a more tailored listening experience that can help address specific hearing needs.
The Benefits of AirPods Pro 2’s Hearing Health Features
- Improved hearing: The Hearing Aid capability in AirPods Pro 2 can help users with mild to moderate hearing loss hear better in various environments.
- Enhanced communication: By improving hearing, AirPods Pro 2 can help users better engage in conversations and stay connected with others.
- Improved quality of life: Hearing loss can have a significant impact on quality of life. By addressing hearing loss, AirPods Pro 2 can help users enjoy life to the fullest.
Pricing and Availability
- Customers can now pre-order AirPods 4 for $129 (U.S.) from apple.com/store and in the Apple Store app in the U.S. and more than 58 other countries and regions, with availability beginning Friday, September 20.
- Customers can now pre-order AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation for $179 (U.S.) from apple.com/store and in the Apple Store app in the U.S. and more than 58 other countries and regions, with availability beginning Friday, September 20.
- New hearing health features will be available this fall for AirPods Pro 2 customers in a free software update when paired with iPhone or iPad running iOS 18 or iPadOS 18.
- AirPods Pro 2 are available for $249 (U.S.) from apple.com/store and in the Apple Store app today.
- Customers can now pre-order AirPods Max with USB-C charging for $549 (U.S.) from apple.com/store and in the Apple Store app in the U.S. and more than 60 other countries and regions, with availability beginning Friday, September 20.
- New subscribers can get Apple Music free for three months with the purchase of any AirPods, AirPods Pro, or AirPods Max. See apple.com/promo for details.
“With AirPods 4, customers can enjoy Active Noise Cancellation and the most advanced audio experience ever in an open-ear design,” said John Ternus, Apple’s senior vice president of Hardware Engineering. “And with a revolutionary update to the world’s best-selling headphones, AirPods Pro will deliver groundbreaking new capabilities — including Hearing Test and Hearing Aid features — to help more than a billion people affected by hearing loss.”
