September 10, 2006
Groups Wants Loud Warnings On iPods, MP3s
A British organization for the deaf is requesting that Apple and other manufacturers of MP3 players print more prominent warnings about the risks of hearing loss. Yahoo News reports.
Though cell phones are not specifically mentioned in this article, the phone industry banks on the success of music phones, and many new models launched today include MP3 features.
"The recommendation announced this week, is part of a "Don't Lose The Music" campaign by the RNID(formerly the Royal National Institute for Deaf People).
While observing its first "Don't Lose The MusicWeek," the charity group has written to all leading manufacturers of MP3 players asking them to explain potential dangers of using their products at high volumes.
... The U.K.-based group states that it is not opposed to MP3 players but wants to encourage people to protect themselves against the cumulative effects of loud music, "so they can enjoy the music they love for the rest of their lives."
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