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The iHearingAids? New Technologies in the Hearing World
Pavan S Krishnan1, Brandon Kamrava2, Hillary A Snapp1
1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Miami/Jackson Health System, Miami, Florida, USA.
Summary
Apple AirPods Pro 2 now offer hearing tests and aid for mild hearing loss, increasing accessibility. However, this technology presents potential drawbacks impacting hearing care and clinical practice.
Area of Science:
- Audiology
- Consumer Electronics
- Digital Health
Background:
- Consumer electronics are increasingly incorporating health-related features.
- Apple's AirPods Pro 2 (2024) introduced a hearing health experience.
- This feature allows users to conduct hearing tests and use the device as a hearing aid.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the implications of consumer-grade hearing technology on audiology.
- To explore the potential benefits and drawbacks of accessible hearing testing and augmentation.
- To prepare audiology professionals for practice changes due to new technologies.
Main Methods:
- Review of the functionalities of Apple's hearing health experience with AirPods Pro 2.
- Analysis of potential impacts on accessibility of hearing healthcare.
- Discussion of the anticipated alterations in clinical audiology practice.
Main Results:
- The technology offers increased accessibility for hearing testing and augmentation for mild to moderate hearing loss.
- Potential drawbacks exist that could significantly impact the landscape of hearing loss care.
- The advent of such devices signals a shift in the audiology field.
Conclusions:
- Consumer devices like AirPods Pro 2 may democratize hearing health access.
- Careful consideration of potential risks and integration challenges is necessary.
- Audiologists must adapt to and prepare for the evolving integration of technology in hearing healthcare.
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