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With the iOS 18.1 update, Apple gave AirPods Pro 2 owners access to the new “hearing aid” feature for the first time. This functionality allows the device to amplify sounds, making it easier to listen to conversations and navigate different environments.

Apple hopes this addition will allow users to take control of their hearing health in a convenient and easy-to-use way, transforming everyday experiences into clearer and more engaging interactions. In addition to the hearing aid feature, iOS 18.1 brings other useful capabilities such as summarizing audio notes and transcribing phone calls, sending Smart answersand the long awaited cleaning tool, Apple’s answer to Magic Eraser.

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

1. Go to your hearing aid settings

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go to settingsthen select AirPodsand tap Hearing aid. Make sure you’re wearing your AirPods.

2. Use your results

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Tap Use a previous test result to use any previously performed hearing evaluation. Then, answer the questions displayed on the screen and tap Next.

3. Select a compatible hearing test result

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Choose a hearing test result that is compatible with your current needs and tap Next to continue.

4. Set up your hearing aid

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If the result indicates that you have a mild to moderate hearing loss, Tap Set up your hearing aid and follow the instructions. when you are ready tap Turn on your hearing aid to activate the feature.

5. Complete the setup

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finally, tap Done to complete the setup process and start using the hearing aid feature!

Now that you’ve learned how to take the Apple Hearing Test, why not explore other iOS 18.1 features? If you want to make the most of your moments, see how to create a memory movie Apple Intelligence. For help with documents and messages, Writing tools is one of the most useful features of Apple Intelligence – here’s what it can do. And for lesser-known features, check out iOS 18 Notes just got a major overhaul — here’s how to use it.