2023-11-01 13:11:15
Hearing is one of the most precious senses, but often underestimated. Prolonged exposure to noise above 80 decibels can cause irreversible hearing damage, according to the CDC. However, thanks to the application Noise on Apple Watch, we now have a tool to monitor and protect our hearing. This app might be the difference between maintaining healthy hearing and facing irreparable loss.
Noise App: what is it and what is it for?
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The Noise app on Apple Watch is an innovative tool designed to monitor the noise levels around us and help protect our hearing. It detects and measures the decibel levels of the environment we are in and provides alerts when noises reach levels that might be harmful to our hearing.
This is especially important in situations where we are exposed to constant noise, such as at concerts, noisy work environments or during activities such as using power tools. Additionally, the Noise app is also capable of working together with AirPods.
It can measure the sound levels that reach our ears directly when we are using these devices. This way, we can have more precise control over noise exposure, especially when using features like noise cancellation.
How to activate or deactivate the Noise App?
Activating the Noise application is very simple. To do this, simply open the app no Apple Watch. Then you need to click Activate for the device to start monitoring.
On the other hand, to disable the Noise app, you need to open the Settings app on Apple Watch Ultra. Then tap Noise > Environmental Sound Measurements e disable Measure Sounds.
Finally, you can also open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone. Then tap My watch > Noise, and disable Environmental Sound Measurements.
How to set up the Noise app on iPhone
Image: Apple Access the application Watchand then tap Noise;
On this page, activate the option Environmental Sound Measurements;
In the section Noise Limitcustomize sound threshold notifications (in decibels):
Disabled: You will not receive any notification if you exceed the limit;
80 decibels: Limit of 5 hours and 30 minutes per day;
85 decibels: Limit of 1 hour and 45 minutes per day;
90 decibels: Limit 30 minutes per day;
95 decibels: Limit 10 minutes per day;
100 decibels: Limit 3 minutes per day.
How to set up the Noise app on Apple Watch
If you prefer, you can customize the Noise app via your Apple Watch. To do this, you need to: access Settings, and then access Noise.
To measure ambient sound levels, simply open the Noise app. Instantly, a graph will display, in real time, the decibel level.
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Regarding levels, Apple explains:
OK: prolonged hearing exposure to sounds below 80dB is not harmful;
Alto: prolonged exposure to sounds above 80dB is harmful and can cause permanent damage;
80dB: 5 hours and 30 minutes a day can lead to temporary hearing loss;
85dB: 1 hour and 45 minutes a day can lead to temporary hearing loss.
90dB: 30 minutes a day can lead to temporary hearing loss.
95dB: 10 minutes a day can lead to temporary hearing loss.
100dB: A few minutes a day at this level can lead to temporary hearing loss.
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