AirPods vs. hearing aids: could your earbuds replace a medical device?
NCT ID NCT07044518
First seen Nov 05, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 25 times
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' hearing test matched a professional sound booth test and if their amplification was similar to a traditional hearing aid. The goal was to see if a common consumer device could serve as an accessible hearing health tool.
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The University of Arizona Hearing Clinic
Tucson, Arizona, 85719, United States
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