Tue Sep 10 18:22:49 UTC 2024: ## Apple’s Hearing Test App Coming to iOS 18, but With a Catch
Apple has announced a new Hearing Test app that will be built into iOS 18, but the feature won’t be available at launch due to pending FDA approval. The app, which works similarly to clinical hearing tests, will allow users to tap the display when they hear gradually rising tones of different frequencies.
While the app is expected to be available in September, the accompanying hearing aid feature, also awaiting FDA approval, may not be ready for launch. This feature, which will be available only for the second-generation AirPods Pro, requires mild to moderate hearing loss and will create a custom sound profile based on the test results. Users with severe or profound hearing loss will be advised to consult a hearing specialist.
The hearing aid feature is a significant step for Apple, potentially opening up new avenues for customizable sound profiles. However, the company is currently limiting the feature to the AirPods Pro 2 due to their noise-canceling capabilities and the H2 chip.
This new feature is part of Apple’s broader push towards personal AI, with the company integrating AI capabilities into its software and hardware. It remains to be seen whether Apple can successfully capitalize on the potential of this new technology.
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