Does iPhone Really Restrict Sound to 80 dB Even at Max Volume? And Does This Apply to Non-AirPods?

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Hello everyone…

I’ve heard that iPhones have a built-in feature to restrict sound levels to 80 dB to protect hearing, even if you set the volume to max. I’m curious if this is actually the case. Does the iPhone really limit the sound to 80 dB, or can you bypass this restriction if you want to?

Also, does this sound restriction apply only when using AirPods, or does it work with any headphones or speakers connected to the iPhone?

Thanks

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It’s not true; the maximum is 84 dB. It’s safe to be around 80 dB for a long time.

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This function is incredibly vital to me because the volume button hurts my pocket and keeps triggering. Now, I no longer have to worry about that.

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I would want to emphasize that OSHA’s incorrect hearing conservation rules lead people to experience hearing loss. Kindly adhere to the NIOSH principles, which are factually accurate and grounded in science, devoid of any commercial influence.

Keep your exposure to noise at no more than 85 dB for eight hours if you wish to preserve your hearing. The amount of power that enters the ear doubles every 3 dB rise in volume, thus you must cut the exposure period in half for every 3 dB increase. (91 dB for 2, 94 dB for 1, and 88 dB for 4 hours)