FDA approves Apple AirPods as hearing aids
During its glossy product announcement event on Tuesday, Apple unveiled a new role for its latest AirPods Pro model: medical device. The company said the wireless headphones will double as clinical-grade over-the-counter hearing aids for those who need them.
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2 developments- Sep 9, 2024Why AirPods May Be the Hearing Aid People Actully Use
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