I Tried AirPods Pro 2 for Hearing Loss and Here's What Happened

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  • Опубліковано 23 гру 2024

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  • @JustTalkingAboutLife
    @JustTalkingAboutLife  14 днів тому +3

    So glad you're here. Have you heard about this revolutionary change for hearing impaired help before? I was so surprised to learn about it and am now so grateful. Have you had your hearing checked yet?

  • @tuff-duty
    @tuff-duty 5 днів тому +11

    Dear Roseanne, your video detailing your experiences with the airpods pro 2 was excellent and “comprehensive”, you touched on so many aspects of the effects of hearing loss, it’s been a revelation.

  • @vinceagnes
    @vinceagnes День тому +5

    You are telling my my story exactly! Been using Costco hearing aids for six years with similar results. I always relied on the microphone when watching tv until now. Thanks for your great presentation. Merry Christmas.

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  19 годин тому

      @@vinceagnes I’m so glad it helped. Merry Christmas to you too!

  • @DanaPushie
    @DanaPushie 4 години тому +2

    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience; what a great explanation. I have lived with hearing loss for more than 30 years and really wondered about the airpod solution.

  • @teddy2455
    @teddy2455 2 години тому +2

    Bought these for my wife same reason as you - work great and she can hear better now!!👍👍

  • @patnewson6908
    @patnewson6908 4 дні тому +8

    Wow, this is the first video that explains the technical steps to incorporate air pods as hearing aids. I was so confused by other videos. Thanks so much!😊

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  4 дні тому

      @@patnewson6908 I’m so glad it helped! Thanks so much for telling me. 😀

  • @HistoryNut-1701
    @HistoryNut-1701 День тому +9

    I’ve never had hearing problems and knew that before I even took the hearing test with the AirPods. However, I recently discovered a truly useful feature of the AirPods: their ability to function as “hearing protection” in loud environments (as long as one of the noise control modes is enabled). Churches, restaurants, and even live music events can be incredibly loud, exceeding the 80-decibel safe limit for human hearing. The loud sound protection feature in the AirPods has been a lifesaver, preventing me from experiencing numerous headaches since Apple introduced it.

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  День тому +1

      @@HistoryNut-1701 wow. That’s wonderful to know. Thanks for sharing it with us!

  • @jillyidle6462
    @jillyidle6462 47 хвилин тому +1

    Thank you so much for this video! I’m learning my new AirPods, not for the hearing aid feature, but it’s good to know it’s there when I’ll eventually need it. I’m 67 and like loud rock music since my teens, and I already know I have some hearing loss. So thanks again!

  • @ricklevitt2650
    @ricklevitt2650 2 дні тому +8

    The AirPods Pro 2 are Amazing using the Hearing test! Thank You Apple!❤ Im deaf in my one ear cause mumps mild lose in the other ear. Dont have to ask people to repeat themselves. So clear they protect hearing in noisey environments!

  • @dannyperrino5308
    @dannyperrino5308 16 годин тому +2

    So glad I found this video! I just got mine delivered by Amazon yesterday. I ordered them on the Black Friday sale for only $154 😳. I normally buy everything directly from Apple, but for $100 discount I bought from Amazon this time. But, I was so frustrated that I couldn’t get them to work correctly. I packed them up and planned to return them to Amazon tomorrow. But after watching this I need to check on the software update and try again. I’m quite anxious to get these working properly. The hearing test was pretty cool. That Apple commercial is an exact portrayal of my hearing situation. So, after watching this I am determined to figure it out! Thanks for your video! And I like your Charlie Brown Christmas tree 🎄

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  Годину тому

      @@dannyperrino5308 What an amazing price. Wow. I hope you can get them working for you!

  • @ruthannlitterick2013
    @ruthannlitterick2013 3 дні тому +7

    Thanks so much. I’m going to try these right away - worst case scenario I’ve got a new set of ear buds. ☺️

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  2 дні тому

      @@ruthannlitterick2013 hope they work for you as you hope. They do make good earbuds too. 😀

  • @mikeellis4345
    @mikeellis4345 20 годин тому +2

    I have just ordered these pods because they have just been approved for hearing aid use here in Australia. That means essentially the price of the pods here will definitely increase substantially. My hearing aids are basically useless because the sound quality is like a 30s recording, scratchy tinny and deeply irritating. I ceased using them long ago. I’m hoping these airpods will be far better sound quality with the noise reduction feature. Cheers !

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  19 годин тому

      @@mikeellis4345 hopefully, they won’t do that to the price. They didn’t change at all here. They price is about what I paid for my two regular AirPods Pro a few years ago, but things do go up. I hope the AirPods 2 work for you. Crossing my fingers that they will!

  • @sandicarter6370
    @sandicarter6370 12 днів тому +5

    I started using airpods as hearing aids as soon as the update was available. The hearing test worked well. I agree with you that music, audiobooks, and phone calls sound better with the airpods. However since I have moderate to severe hearing loss in higher frequencies my Costco (Jabra Enhance pro 20) hearing aids are much better for general use. Also, WA state prohibits earbuds or headphones while driving so my hearing aids are great for listening to audiobooks while driving. Both hearing aids and airpods take getting used to, both the physical feel in your ears and having your brain set new pathways in hearing sounds you’ve been missing. Thanks for doing this video. I hope it helps people find what works best to help them hear better and participate in life more fully.

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  12 днів тому +2

      @@sandicarter6370 So interesting! I’m glad to hear about your experience. I’m finding that I’m using both kind now, depending on the situation. I’m glad I have them. I wonder if state laws will ever catch up with AirPods kbeing hearing aids now. The AirPods 2 will probably be a good option for people with minor hearing loss that don’t have the money to buy the more expensive hearing aid option. I can see where they won’t work at all for some people, especially for people like my Mom. I’m glad that we have options to hear! 👂

    • @howardhanzawa2614
      @howardhanzawa2614 6 днів тому +2

      That was a good review. I received the Air Pods 2 just today, and am looking forward to trying them out

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  6 днів тому +1

      @ So glad it helped!

  • @Mythriftedhome214
    @Mythriftedhome214 12 днів тому +2

    Rozanne, I so appreciate you sharing your knowledge and first hand experience ❤

  • @lynchfam100
    @lynchfam100 4 дні тому +4

    Thank you Roseanne for the Excellent video! I too am a musician and I've been wearing hearing aids for about 8 years. I mostly play mandolin in a band and have never been happy with the sound of my instrument or how I hear the other musicians. Other than that, I've been mostly happy with my Oticon hearing aids. I am considering a pair of the Airpod Pro2 just for playing music, I think they would give me a more truer more accurate instrument sound. Have you found this to be the case?

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  4 дні тому +1

      There is a big difference between my hearing aids an the Air Pods Pro 2 when it comes to music, but then again, Apple knows how to delivery quality musical sound. The funky wavering of the sound waves isn't there when I wear the Air Pods Pro 2 so I can play the piano as usual. I love the mandolin. How awesome that you play one!

    • @lynchfam100
      @lynchfam100 4 дні тому

      @@JustTalkingAboutLife Thanks for the quick reply! I think I'll give the Pro 2s a try! Cheers!

  • @derekparent752
    @derekparent752 День тому +3

    My neighbour owned a hearing aid business, when I was 40 he let me try some, as he used to joke with me.. every one could use hearing aids.
    I will say is that Apple air tests will never replace an audiologist for testing your ears as the mind is a very deceitful thing in regard to hearing. At least you were tested, many will not take that step. Good for you and this is a nice first step video for people to watch.

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  19 годин тому

      @@derekparent752 I think many people are walking around not knowing they have hearing loss. Just imagine if some of them ended up with AirPods Pro 2 and took the test out of curiosity!

    • @derekparent752
      @derekparent752 19 годин тому +1

      @ I will go a step further and say it should be mandatory at least once every 5 years starting at 40. Buy a stereo, get a free test by a licensed Audiologist.
      These companies that promote their hearing products are great at promoting the tests as well. Everyone get on board. I know I was completely surprised how bad my hearing was.
      Put in your AirPods and go out in the early morning of a new spring day. You will be amazed at the real world. I live in the country of course. 🙂

  • @mobelue
    @mobelue 16 годин тому +2

    Please pray for us. Giving a pair to my wife for Christmas. Ill get her watch your video as well. Merry Christmas.

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  Годину тому +1

      @@mobelue praying that they’ll work for her. What a blessing that would be!

  • @brooks2692
    @brooks2692 День тому +3

    Fabulous video. I love my AirPods. I think this is the greatest thing ever! I have them!

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  19 годин тому +1

      @@brooks2692 thanks! That’s how I felt when I heard about it!

  • @happytx1860
    @happytx1860 2 години тому +1

    I am picking up the Phillips 9050 on 12/27/24. I love Costco hearing aids. ❤. I have worn hearing aids for 10 years.

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  Годину тому

      @@happytx1860 I’m glad they are working for you. Costco is such a good place to get regular hearing aids. They really take care of their customers n

  • @overcomingjeff
    @overcomingjeff День тому +2

    I have a nerve-based hearing loss from chemotherapy. I’m wondering if these will work for me. It seems like a no-brainer to spend $250 to find out.
    Also, I have a friend who has a more severe, traditional hearing loss and always has issues with his hearing aids (the wires breaking, getting in the way of glasses, and other issues you described). He really needs to try these, too.
    Thank you, so much, for sharing this!

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  19 годин тому +1

      @@overcomingjeff oh, I hope they help you. That would be awesome!!

    • @overcomingjeff
      @overcomingjeff 19 годин тому

      @ - Thank you! Even if they don’t, knowing what I’ve learned from your video will let me encourage others to examine this option. So, it’s a “win” either way. Merry Christmas!

  • @debnelson3979
    @debnelson3979 12 днів тому +1

    Thanks for this video! I had no idea that this could be done. I'm going to let my hubby watch this! Thanks much!!

  • @cybot6
    @cybot6 2 дні тому +1

    So glad you’re happy with your AirPod Pro 2 as hearing aids. I have mine a few months now and im very happy with them. As a lifelong hearing aid user I find them just merely adequate for tricky situations. In my case these tricky situations include tv or hi fi listening. The hearing aid is so much better. But recently I discovered that if I wore one iPod in my right ear and my hearing aid in the other ear then the hi fi sounds amazing. I can finally hear in stereo for the first time in my life. The detail is astonishing. My next step is obviously to try them in company. Also just to say despite having iOS 18.2 I still haven’t been able to try out the hearing test because I can’t get past the ‘Provide Some Details’ section; specifically the 3rd question ‘Have you been in a loud environment’. Despite that the included custom audio setting suffices for now and I can’t imagine any difference with the healthcare hearing test as you can pretty much set it up exactly the way you prefer it without doing any damage to your hearing. Though that might not work for other people new to hearing loss.

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  2 дні тому

      @@cybot6 how very interesting. I’ll have try wearing one each, as you did, to see how it goes. Thanks for the idea!

    • @cybot6
      @cybot6 2 дні тому

      @@JustTalkingAboutLife You’re so welcome. Good luck!

  • @GarySchiltz
    @GarySchiltz 21 годину тому +1

    Was it easy to get a good fit with the ear cushions? I've read quite a range of opinions about this.

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  19 годин тому +1

      @@GarySchiltz I started with cushions that were too small which (I found out later) is why they were hurting. Finally, I saw someone say that you need to go up a size. That seemed counterintuitive, but it worked. They come with four different sizes of cushions.

    • @GarySchiltz
      @GarySchiltz 19 годин тому +1

      @ Thanks, good to hear (no pun intended). I just ordered mine. My wife will be very happy to not have to repeat herself so much.

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  19 годин тому

      @@GarySchiltz my mistake at first was thinking I needed to use the smallest size. I assumed the larger buds would hurt. But then I did some research and doubt he I needed to go up. That worked. I think I had to jam the smaller size too far into my ear to get the seal. They come with four sizes of buds so you can try them out.

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  19 годин тому +1

      @@GarySchiltz oh ha! I relate to this so much!!

    • @BarrieBrown
      @BarrieBrown 30 хвилин тому +1

      Too small = falls out. 5 different sizes try them all by shaking your head.

  • @wesparken7717
    @wesparken7717 16 годин тому +1

    Unfortunately Canadian wiifii apple cell phone iOS 18.2 does not include audio testing and programming for theair pod Pro 2. This air pod does not have Canadian medical approval

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  Годину тому

      @@wesparken7717 so sorry. Hopefully, Canada will get on board soon!

  • @JohnnyPerth
    @JohnnyPerth 18 годин тому +2

    I find when I have them in, people don’t talk to me because they think I’m listening to music

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  18 годин тому

      @@JohnnyPerth yeah, I’ve often worried about that. Sometimes I tell them what’s going on. Sometimes I don’t. 🤣

  • @L0reburne
    @L0reburne День тому +3

    On Android you can use Galaxy Buds 3 Pro to do all of this

  • @kaylasmusic
    @kaylasmusic 12 годин тому +1

    Im a musician with a moderate hearing loss and I swear by widex, have you ever tried those?

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  Годину тому

      @@kaylasmusic no, I haven’t heard of them before. I’m glad you found something that works. Music can be so tricky.

  • @gailchall1597
    @gailchall1597 23 години тому +1

    Minor loss & EarPods say it’s less than the audiologist.,I had the same problem-getting them to work-Apple tech 2-3 hours. Finally suggested I update to 18.2. Then connected. I’m trying to decide whether to keep them. Not hearing my son’s voice because he does mumble and garbles as he has since he started talking 51 years ago. I use CC all the time but certain TV shows are muffled. Mainly I watch British shows so there are accents. Many movies on Hallmark appear muffled. My issue with the AirPods is that I hear a tinny sound and chirping. 2 techs worked with me for 2 hours each. 2nd tech got frustrated with me and I was done. I was going to return them but I can’t decide what to do…keep them for an occasional TV show and maybe being able to hear my son the three times a year he comes to visit? Sometimes I hear a vibration with the sound, almost like feedback. I’m appreciating your video. Thank you so much! I don’t know what to do.

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  19 годин тому

      @@gailchall1597 that’s so weird. I do remember that I occasionally heard some minor chirping at first. Then, because they were hurting, I did some research and found I needed to use a size larger of the cushions. That solved it for me. I’m wondering if it was them telling me that I didn’t have them seated right and I didn’t know it. Anyway, I haven’t heard it since I switched them. Have you tried that?

    • @gailchall1597
      @gailchall1597 13 годин тому

      @ Haven’t tried that because it said that I had the right fit. The sounds go away and then suddenly they come back. If it’s a quiet room, I really hear everything. If the TV is on, I don’t hear it as much. Apparently my hearing loss isn’t as serious as I thought although to me, it’s gotten worse in the last years. Thank you for your response.

  • @diblust53
    @diblust53 3 дні тому +5

    My main problem w my Costco hearing aids is that they make everything, esp music, tinny. Airpods are miles better.,

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  2 дні тому

      @@diblust53 that’s what my Costco hearing aids do to music for me too - tinny. AirPods are amazing!

    • @alexmcneily
      @alexmcneily 19 годин тому

      You are confusing hearing aids with headphones. Hearing aids just boost the sound range where you need it. Also, the audiologist will fit different ear pieces: waffle, tulip, or bulb. Waffle lets most sound through, tulip lets less, bulb lets little. Also, some hearing aids have directional ability with multiple microphones. Also there are sound processing profiles for reverberant rooms, etc.
      The goal is to minimize the rate of hearing loss and a real audiologist can do that.
      Doing your own medical or hearing treatment will give suboptimal results.

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  19 годин тому

      @ actually, they are now clinical-grade hearing aids and have been approved by the FDA. You can read more about it here. (Just a small sampling of the news about this.) the NPR article is very informative. They are approved for mild to moderate hearing loss which is a category of individuals that often don’t seek help. Audiologists and their work certainly have a substantial place in the world. www.apple.com/airpods-pro/hearing-health/
      www.npr.org/2024/09/14/nx-s1-5112400/fda-airpods-hearing-aids-software-update

  • @CCreedUT
    @CCreedUT 10 днів тому +1

    I wondered about getting the accessory that allows you to use a microphone. Especially for church. Thanks!

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  9 днів тому

      @@CCreedUT you’re welcome!

    • @robertvsnow
      @robertvsnow День тому

      @@JustTalkingAboutLife You can use your iPhone as a microphone with AirPods Pro. Just leave your phone up at the podium and use the Live Listen function.

  • @mycat-r7y
    @mycat-r7y 13 днів тому +2

    That was very interesting and I’m sure younger people in particular would rather wear iPods than hearing aids, smart move Apple. So when you have a problem you remove them replace them and they’ve reset, a classic suggestion to modern day problems - switch off then back on again ! The best thing about wearing hearing aids is being able to discretely turn them off when required 🗣

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  13 днів тому

      @@mycat-r7y my husband goes off in UA-cam land on his hearing aids. I tease him that he could hear me better before he had them. Ha!

  • @jcinaz
    @jcinaz 2 дні тому +2

    It appears from the way the AirPods are positioned in your ears that you have them reversed. The normal position for the stem is down, not out.

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  2 дні тому +1

      @@jcinaz I figured out what was wrong. I needed to wear the next size up of the pads. That allowed me to seat them correctly. They weren’t backwards, but I was having to insert them too far and so I was trying different positions to find a comfortable spot. Using the correct pads solved it.

  • @davidthompson8153
    @davidthompson8153 19 годин тому +1

    We can’t get it in the UK. So annoying.

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  19 годин тому

      @@davidthompson8153 that would be. Hopefully, they’ll come there!

  • @Chris-2020-s9h
    @Chris-2020-s9h День тому +1

    Sorry - could you just tell us what the price was of your air pods pro 2/ with hearing aids Thank you so much for this review 😊😊😊😊
    Ir pod pro 2/ cum hearing aids

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  День тому

      @@Chris-2020-s9h here’s the page on Apple’s website where I bought them. You’ll scroll down until you see AirPods Pro 2. They are $249. You’ll also need to buy a power block. Apple Care (like insurance) is extra and optional. I bought an extra charging case but that isn’t necessary.
      www.apple.com/airpods-pro/

    • @EllenKowalski-h8m
      @EllenKowalski-h8m День тому +1

      In the US the list price is $249, including the charging cord for charging the case and airpods. However, I have seen them on sale for as little as $159. Just be sure to purchase them from Apple or a verified source. I've seen warnings about counterfeit ones. My 85 year old mother had been resisting getting hearing aids for several years. Over the counter hearing aids were only approved to be sold in the US in October of 2022, and she often said things like, "They're getting better, and they're getting cheaper. I think I need to wait a little longer." Turns out she was right, and she was quite ready to give the Airpods pro 2 a try. It has made a huge difference in her life!

  • @xboxbml
    @xboxbml 3 години тому +1

    Yeah Apple needs to build in a Forced on demand update for those things... I have no idea why they haven't...stupid imo..

  • @JustLearning
    @JustLearning 2 дні тому

    Go to 8 minutes into the video to hear about the Apple AirPods Pro 2 part of the video.

    • @JustTalkingAboutLife
      @JustTalkingAboutLife  2 дні тому

      @@JustLearning if you are interested in learning how you can determine if you have hearing loss and what the process is to get traditional hearing aids is like, the first part of the video will help you, especially as you will have a basis of comparing AirPods Pro 2 and regular hearing aids.

    • @jamic6351
      @jamic6351 Годину тому +1

      Open Transcript. Highlight the printed line…it will go to just the right place in the video.

  • @teddy2455
    @teddy2455 2 години тому +1

    Bought these for my wife same reason as you - work great and she can hear better now!!👍👍