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AirPods Pro 2 lets you access the iOS 18.1 hearing aid feature — here’s how it works

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Hearing test AirPods Pro 2 .

With the iOS 18.1 update, Apple has given AirPods Pro 2 owners access to the new "hearing aid" feature for the first time. This functionality lets the device amplify sounds, making it easier to hear conversations and navigate different environments.

This addition, Apple hopes, will empower users to take control of their hearing health in a convenient, user-friendly way, transforming everyday experiences into clearer, more engaging interactions. In addition to the hearing aid feature, iOS 18.1 brings in other useful capabilities like summarizing audio notes and phone call transcripts, sending Smart Replies, and the long-awaited Clean Up tool, Apple's answer to the Magic Eraser.

This update highlights Apple’s commitment to supporting users with hearing and accessibility challenges. In this guide, we'll show you how to turn on the hearing aid feature for your AirPods Pro 2. Let's dive in!

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