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AirPods are good for your (hearing) health

2024/10/22
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Victoria Song discusses her extensive testing of various smart rings, evaluating their practicality, design, and technological advancements. She shares insights on the evolution of smart rings and the market's current state, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of different models.
  • Victoria Song tested six smart rings for several months to determine the best one.
  • Smart rings offer unique biometric data access but have limitations due to size and battery.
  • The Oura Ring is noted for its stylish design but has faced competition from new entrants.
  • Samsung's Galaxy Ring is promising but heavily tied to the Samsung ecosystem.
  • Smart rings appeal to those who prefer a discreet wearable compared to bulkier smartwatches.

Shownotes Transcript

The Verge's Victoria Song joins the show to talk about her year of testing smart rings, and which of the many new options is the one you should buy. Then Chris Welch takes us through his testing of the new hearing health features for Apple's AirPods, including the surprisingly intense hearing test you can take right on your phone. Finally, Andrew Webster helps us answer a question on the Vergecast Hotline: why doesn't Apple buy Nintendo, and what would happen if it did?

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