On a related note, I could see Apple improving the AirPod Pro's ability to protect hearing through improved isolation combined with a modified Transparent mode. Such a "concert mode" device would effectively moderate the volume to a reasonable decibel rating but keep the audio sounding pure and unmuffled, improving over even concert earplugs. Current devices are almost, but not quite there[1].
Making health or safety claims often risks running afoul of FDA regulations; I don't know if that's the case here, but the more open hearing aid FDA rules may allow such use cases with lower risk. IMO this, plus hearing aids, make an "AirPad Pro+"'s market too large for them to ignore.
This brand is ranked well on Amazon. I’ve never used them, but can’t remember the brand name of the name brand ones I had in the 1990’s. There are also ones optimized for hunting, or you like using power tools during casual conversations.
On a related note, I could see Apple improving the AirPod Pro's ability to protect hearing through improved isolation combined with a modified Transparent mode. Such a "concert mode" device would effectively moderate the volume to a reasonable decibel rating but keep the audio sounding pure and unmuffled, improving over even concert earplugs. Current devices are almost, but not quite there[1].
Making health or safety claims often risks running afoul of FDA regulations; I don't know if that's the case here, but the more open hearing aid FDA rules may allow such use cases with lower risk. IMO this, plus hearing aids, make an "AirPad Pro+"'s market too large for them to ignore.
[1] https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/blog/can-airpods-pro-prot...