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With the iOS 18.1 release (and a matching AirPods firmware upgrade), you can utilize your AirPods Pro 2 to take a “clinical-grade” hearing test, and after that additionally utilize them as over the counter listening devices or simply change media playback to match your hearing loss.
It's a wonderful brand-new function that we advise everybody utilize. Hearing loss is even more typical than the majority of people recognize, and even if you do not suffer substantial loss of hearing or do not wish to utilize your AirPods 2 as listening devices.
What you'll require
To run the hearing test and utilize your AirPods Pro 2 as listening devices (or simply change media playback to match your hearing profile) you'll require 3 things:
- An iPhone running iOS 18.1 or later on
- AirPods Pro 2 (either the Lightning or USB-C variation)
- AirPods Pro 2 upgraded to firmware 7B19 or later on
That last one may be difficult. There isn't a method to require an upgrade to the brand-new firmware, however it will instantly set up when the AirPods remain in their case and charging. It can take hours or even days to get the most current firmware.
To inspect your firmware variation, open your AirPods Pro 2 case and after that head to the Settings app on your iPhone, choose your linked AirPods (near the top), scroll down past all the alternatives to theAboutarea, and take a look at theVariationline. You can likewise discover this info inGeneral> >About> >[name of your AirPods]
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How to evaluate your hearing with AirPods
Start by putting your AirPods Pro 2 in your ears and after that open Settings. Tap on your AirPods (near the top of the Settings page) and try to find the Hearing Health area. You'll see alternatives for Hearing Protection Hearing Assistanceand Take a Hearing TestTap that to begin.
Before you start, numerous screens will explain the procedure for you, and direct you to ensure your AirPods Pro 2 are safe and secure in your ears with an excellent fit (it will go through the in shape test to be sure). You'll likewise wish to remain in a peaceful environment to take the test.
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The test takes about 5 minutes. You'll hear a series of tones at various strengths and frequencies, beeping 3 times each. Simply tap the huge moving circle in the middle of the screen when you hear a tone. Your left ear will be evaluated by itself, then your right ear.
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There will be times when you do not hear anything for a number of seconds at a time. The tones are indicated to dip into various periods so you can't video game the system by simply tapping the screen every couple of seconds.
