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Geriatric medicine experts outline eight lifelong habits to promote healthy aging: prioritize regular physical activity (including tai chi), protect hearing, address vision loss to stay active, follow a Mediterranean-style diet, don’t use tobacco, limit alcohol, and stay mentally and socially engaged after retirement, noting that starting these habits at any age can yield meaningful health benefits.
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.
The article explores the future of noise cancellation technology, highlighting advancements in smart headphones like Apple's AirPods Pro, startups like Hearvana AI with 'sound bubble' features, and innovative soundproofing materials inspired by nature, such as bio-inspired acoustic wallpaper, all aiming to enhance sound control and hearing health.
The article provides a comprehensive guide for new AirPods Pro users, highlighting features such as fit testing, multiple listening modes, Conversation Awareness, customizable controls, hearing health features, microphone options, Find My integration, accessories, audio sharing, and real-time translation with iOS 26, to enhance the user experience beyond just listening to audio.
Maintaining hearing health as you age is crucial, as hearing loss is linked to increased dementia risk and social isolation. Experts recommend early testing, protecting ears from loud noises, managing health conditions, and using hearing aids or assistive devices to support brain health and social engagement. While not all hearing loss can be reversed, proactive measures can improve quality of life and potentially delay cognitive decline.
Apple has released preliminary insights from its ongoing hearing health study, revealing that tinnitus affects a significant portion of the population, with 15% experiencing it daily and 10% reporting it interferes with their hearing. The study, conducted with the University of Michigan, highlights the prevalence of tinnitus, especially among older adults, and underscores the need for better management and understanding of the condition. The research is part of Apple's broader efforts to explore health issues through its technology and user data.
Apple has released preliminary insights from its ongoing hearing health study, revealing that tinnitus affects a significant portion of the population, with 15% experiencing it daily and 10% reporting it interferes with their hearing. The study, conducted with the University of Michigan, highlights the prevalence of tinnitus, especially among older adults, and underscores the need for better hearing health solutions. The research is part of Apple's broader efforts to understand and improve health through technology, including features in its devices aimed at protecting hearing.
Apple and the University of Michigan's Apple Hearing Study, one of the largest surveys on tinnitus, reveals that 77.6% of participants have experienced tinnitus, with prevalence increasing with age. The study highlights noise trauma as a primary cause and suggests management strategies like noise machines and meditation. Apple devices offer features to support hearing health, including noise level monitoring and active noise cancellation. The study's data is also shared with the World Health Organization to promote safe listening practices.
The Apple Hearing Study, conducted by the University of Michigan, has released preliminary insights on tinnitus from one of the largest surveys to date, involving over 160,000 participants. The study found that 77.6% of participants have experienced tinnitus, with 15% experiencing it daily. The research aims to better understand tinnitus characteristics, causes, and management methods, with noise trauma cited as a primary cause. The study also highlights the potential of Apple technology in supporting hearing health.
Apple is reportedly working on new health features for its AirPods Pro, including a built-in temperature sensor and the ability to conduct a hearing test. The temperature sensor would provide a more accurate reading from the ear canal compared to the wrist. Additionally, Apple is exploring positioning the AirPods Pro as a hearing aid, hiring engineers with experience in traditional hearing aids. The company also plans to refresh the AirPods Pro with a USB-C charging case and eventually transition all its audio products away from Lightning. These features are expected to be several months or even years away, while in the near future, Apple may introduce new software features and potentially lower the price of its second-generation AirPods.
Apple's upcoming AirPods Pro may include a new hearing health feature that can check for potential hearing issues and potentially measure body temperature through the ear canal. The feature would be supported by iOS 17 and would build upon the existing audiogram support in AirPods. Additionally, Apple is exploring positioning the AirPods as hearing aids following FDA approval for over-the-counter sales. However, the release of the updated AirPods Pro with these new health features may be several months or even years away, while USB-C AirPods are expected to arrive soon. Other wireless earbuds, such as the Jabra Elite 75t and Nothing Ear 2, already offer similar hearing test features.
AirPods Pro 2 offers Adaptive Transparency mode and improved Active Noise Cancellation to protect hearing health at loud concerts and music festivals. Active Noise Cancellation can reduce sound by up to 23 dB, while Adaptive Transparency Mode reduces loud environmental noise while still allowing outside sound to pass in. Apple Watch also offers features for measuring ambient decibel levels and sending notifications when in a loud environment for an extended period of time.