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Samsung announced FDA-approved Hearing Aid support for the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro and Buds 3 Pro, including a Hearing Test with an audiogram in the Galaxy Health app; the feature amplifies sounds for mild to moderate hearing loss and will roll out to US and select markets in Q4 2026, not immediately available on all Buds models.
Elon Musk praised Apple's new hearing aid feature for AirPods, marking a rare positive comment from him about the tech giant. The FDA-approved feature allows AirPods Pro 2 users to adjust sound settings based on their hearing test results. Despite Musk's past criticisms of Apple, including its partnership with OpenAI's ChatGPT, he expressed approval of the hearing aid feature, highlighting its potential benefit for the 30 million Americans with hearing loss.
Elon Musk praised Apple's new AirPods Pro 2 for their hearing aid capabilities, which CEO Tim Cook highlighted as a significant health innovation. The feature aims to provide an affordable hearing solution, addressing the global challenge of hearing loss affecting 1.5 billion people. Apple's hearing health solution includes real-time sound adjustment and awaits FDA approval, with a launch expected in over 100 markets this fall. This innovation supports Apple's wearables segment, which generated $9.04 billion in revenue, despite increased competition in the market.
Apple is reportedly planning to release two new AirPods models in 2024, featuring a new design, USB-C charging, and Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). The company is also said to be developing a "hearing aid" feature for the AirPods, aiming to disrupt the hearing aid industry. Additionally, a refresh of the AirPods Max over-ear headphones is expected, with new colors and USB-C support. The AirPods Pro (3rd generation) is rumored to be released in 2025, prioritizing comfort and potentially incorporating body temperature measurement and health-tracking features.
Smartphones have evolved from being just a device for calls and messages to a pro-grade camera, PDF scanner, and even a car key. There are many functions that can be found in the accessibility settings, which are handy for everyone. Some of these functions include adding captions to video calls, translating conversations in real-time, alerting you if the dog is barking or a kid is crying, acting as impromptu hearing aids, and reading or describing what's happening on your screen. These features can be found on both iPhone and Android devices.