AirPods Pro 2 will soon double as hearing aids

Apple's latest earbuds could help people with mild to moderate hearing loss

Apple's AirPods Pro 2 are already one of the most popular wireless earbuds on the market. But they're about to become even more useful for people with hearing loss.

Apple has announced that the AirPods Pro 2 will soon be able to double as hearing aids. The new feature, called "Personalized Spatial Audio," will use the earbuds' built-in microphones to create a personalized sound profile for each user.

This sound profile will then be used to amplify sounds that are difficult to hear, while reducing the volume of sounds that are too loud. The result is a more personalized and immersive listening experience for people with hearing loss.

How does Personalized Spatial Audio work?

Personalized Spatial Audio uses the AirPods Pro 2's built-in microphones to create a 3D map of the user's ear canal. This map is then used to create a personalized sound profile that is tailored to the user's unique hearing needs.

The sound profile is then used to amplify sounds that are difficult to hear, while reducing the volume of sounds that are too loud. This results in a more personalized and immersive listening experience for people with hearing loss.

Who can benefit from Personalized Spatial Audio?

Personalized Spatial Audio is designed to help people with mild to moderate hearing loss. This includes people who have difficulty hearing in noisy environments, or who have trouble distinguishing between different sounds.

Personalized Spatial Audio can also be used to improve the listening experience for people with normal hearing. For example, it can be used to create a more immersive sound experience when watching movies or listening to music.

How to use Personalized Spatial Audio

To use Personalized Spatial Audio, you will need a pair of AirPods Pro 2 and an iPhone or iPad running iOS 16 or later.

Once you have updated your devices, you can follow these steps to set up Personalized Spatial Audio:

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
2. Tap Accessibility.
3. Tap AirPods.
4. Tap Personalized Spatial Audio.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to create your personalized sound profile.

Once you have created your sound profile, you can start using Personalized Spatial Audio. Simply wear your AirPods Pro 2 and enjoy your favorite music, movies, or podcasts.

Conclusion

Personalized Spatial Audio is a groundbreaking new feature that has the potential to change the lives of people with hearing loss. It is a testament to Apple's commitment to innovation and accessibility.