Apple Expands AirPods Pro 2 Hearing Test and Aid Features to More Regions

iOS 18.2 introduces clinical-grade hearing tests and hearing aid functionality to additional countries, with future expansion expected.

Apple's iOS 18.2 update expands the AirPods Pro 2 hearing test feature to nine additional countries, including the UK, France, and Spain.
The AirPods Pro 2 hearing test allows users to identify hearing loss by measuring their ability to hear various sound frequencies in decibel hearing levels (dBHL).
The hearing aid functionality, designed for mild to moderate hearing loss, amplifies environmental sounds and is now available in select regions.
Health Canada has approved both the hearing test and hearing aid features, with availability in Canada expected in early 2024 through future iOS updates.
Users can access their hearing test results in the Health app, share audiograms with healthcare providers, and enable features like Media Assist for optimized audio.