Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 4 Receives FDA Clearance as OTC Hearing Aid
TL;DR. Samsung's Galaxy Buds Pro 4 and Pro 3 secured FDA clearance for Over-The-Counter hearing aid functionality, expanding accessibility for individuals with mild to moderate hearing loss. - Standout: FDA clearance enables existing earbuds to serve as medical devices for hearing assistance. - Key spec: Requires specific firmware update for hearing aid features. - Availability: Functionality expected with upcoming firmware updates for Buds Pro 4 and Pro 3.
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 4 and Pro 3 received FDA Over-The-Counter (OTC) clearance for hearing aid features.
- This clearance allows the earbuds to function as medical devices for individuals with mild to moderate hearing impairment.
- The new functionality will be enabled via a firmware update, expanding the utility of existing Samsung wearables.
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