Keep your hearing intact

For most of us, it is difficult to notice that our hearing is deteriorating because it tends to degrade over time. The Apple Watch, however, is designed to help you limit loudness when you can, and in watchOS 8, a very small and effective new addition will let you do this even faster. A quick glance will be enough.

1One quick swipe

Swipe up to reveal the Control Centre on your Apple Watch and then swipe down to see the hearing icon. It now has an indicator on it to display loudness levels.

2Two simple lines

Tap the icon, and a new screen will appear showing the volume control and the current loudness level. Adjust the volume to make the second bar turn green.

3 Green is good

Green indicates a loudness level that is acceptable. You will only see these loudness indicators when your Apple Watch is connected to earphones via Bluetooth.