From the fifth-generation iPod on, Apple introduced a user-configurable volume limit in response to concerns about hearing loss. Users report that in the sixth-generation iPod, the maximum volume output level is limited to 100 dB in EU markets. Apple previously had to remove iPods from shelves in France for exceeding this legal limit. However, users that have bought a new sixth-generation iPod in late 2013 have reported a new option that allowed them to disable the EU volume limit. It has been said that these new iPods came with an updated software that allowed this change. Older sixth-generation iPods, however, are unable to update to this software version. COUNT 6
QSN1 What type of sensory issue was a concern prior to the release of 5th gen iPods? ANS1 hearing loss QSN2 In what markets did 6th gen iPods limit the highest volume of the player? ANS2 EU QSN3 What was the limit imposed on how loud the iPod could play sounds in the EU? ANS3 100 dB QSN4 In what country did Apple have to recall iPods? ANS4 France QSN5 What is the highest volume output level of European 6th-generation iPods? ANS5 100 dB QSN6 What country originally pulled iPods due to higher-than-allowed volume levels? ANS6 France