Apple Launches Sleep Apnoea and Hearing Test Features in India
Apple Watch gets sleep apnoea notifications in India, AirPods Pro gain clinically validated hearing test feature
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Apple has launched two new health features in India: sleep apnoea notifications on the Apple Watch and a clinically validated Hearing Test for AirPods Pro. These updates aim to enhance users' health insights using existing devices, helping to identify potential health issues related to sleep and hearing.
- 01The sleep apnoea notifications feature uses the Apple Watch's accelerometer to detect breathing disturbances during sleep.
- 02Users receive alerts if the watch identifies consistent signs of moderate to severe sleep apnoea, prompting them to consult a healthcare professional.
- 03The algorithm for sleep apnoea detection was developed using machine learning and validated through clinical studies.
- 04The Hearing Test feature for AirPods Pro is based on pure-tone audiometry, allowing users to assess their hearing in about five minutes.
- 05Both features are available to users aged 18 and above, with sleep apnoea notifications rolling out in over 150 countries, including India.
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Apple has introduced two significant health features for users in India: sleep apnoea notifications on the Apple Watch and a clinically validated Hearing Test for AirPods Pro. The sleep apnoea feature utilizes the watch's accelerometer to monitor wrist movements linked to breathing disturbances during sleep. If consistent signs of moderate to severe sleep apnoea are detected, users receive notifications recommending consultation with a healthcare professional. This feature aims to address the estimated one billion people globally affected by sleep apnoea, which can lead to serious health risks if left untreated. Additionally, Apple has launched a Hearing Test feature for AirPods Pro, based on pure-tone audiometry, allowing users to assess their hearing in approximately five minutes. Results are stored in the Health app and can be shared with healthcare providers. Both features are targeted at users aged 18 and above and are part of Apple's ongoing efforts to enhance its health ecosystem.
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These features could significantly enhance health monitoring for users in India, enabling early detection of sleep apnoea and hearing issues.
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