AirPods vs. hearing aids: a surprising challenge?
NCT ID NCT07044518
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compared Apple AirPods Pro 2 to standard hearing aids in 21 adults with mild to moderate hearing loss. Researchers checked if the AirPods could accurately test hearing and provide sound amplification similar to a traditional hearing aid. The goal was to see if a common consumer device could serve as a hearing tool.
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Locations
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The University of Arizona Hearing Clinic
Tucson, Arizona, 85719, United States
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