Dave Amato, lead guitarist of REO Speedwagon, shares his experiences (and audiograms!) regarding in-ear monitors that have helped save his residual hearing. “Dr Santucci made it very clear to me that I had to change and start wearing both earpieces if I wanted to save my hearing,” says Amato. “...It changed my life.”
Jonathan Moore argues that he actually hears better on videoconference than a traditional classroom setting because his students are sitting close to the microphone; in class, his students sometimes speak low or are seated too far away for him to hear clearly.
Sensaphonics announced the introduction of the 3DME Music Enhancement IEM system. A new concept...
The acquisition of Altia Systems will allow GN Audio to expand into integrated audio and video communications solutions, supporting companies’ collaboration and meeting efficiency.
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The main idea behind this research involves combining wireless IoT networks with noise cancellation. A microphone is placed in the environment that senses sounds and sends them over wireless signals to an earpiece. Since wireless signals travel a million times faster than sound, the earphone can receive the sound information much faster than the actual sound itself.
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Attendees can experience how Phonak innovations work with Samsung Galaxy smartphones to help enable hands-free voice calling, in-stereo media streaming, and the latest in hearing aid artificial intelligence.
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Current users of the Naída CI Q90 sound processor, and future recipients, will be able to connect to any Bluetooth-enabled cell phone.
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Current users of the Naída CI Q90 sound processor, and future recipients, will be able to connect to any Bluetooth-enabled cell phone.
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GN has issued its Interim Report Q3 2017, which shows continued solid, organic revenue growth.
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Phonak has announced the introduction of Audéo™ B-Direct, a new “Made for All” hearing aid that directly connects to any cell phone with Bluetooth® 4.2 technology, including Android™, iPhone®, and the most other “classic” cell phones that can be popular with older adults. ‘Hearing Review’ looks at the new technology and interviews Phonak President Jan Metsdorff on the day of the product’s official US launch in Chicago.
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The two new members of the Bragi family include The Dash Pro tailored by Starkey, “The World’s First Custom-Made Wireless Ear Computer,” featuring a unique, personalized experience, and The Dash Pro, a polished, reloaded, re-engineered sequel to The Dash that continues to press innovation forward.
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Sennheiser Electronics announced the Flex 5000, a digital wireless audio system for headphones that intensifies TV sound.
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ADA announces its support of S.9, the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act of 2016. The ADA commends Senators Warren and Grassley for their foresight in introducing and advancing this legislation, which if enacted, will remove “unnecessary and burdensome barriers” to hearing care for millions of Americans.
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Buyer Beware: If this holiday season you are searching for safer headphones to protect the ears of the kids in your life, you might first consult an article in The New York Times, which reveals that many purportedly “safe” headphones on the market may actually cause noise-induced hearing loss due to unsafe volume levels.
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GN Audio reports that its acquisition of VXi strengthens its presence in the North American market and enables access to new market segments. It plans to leverage VXi’s expertise with headsets and communication in high noise environments.
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The Minnesota High Tech Association (MHTA) has named Starkey Hearing Technologies as a finalist in the Healthcare-Established category of the 2016 Tekne Awards for the Halo 2 Made for iPhone hearing aid.
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An app for smartphones and wearables helps manage your family’s noise exposure from earphones connected to electronic devices. It monitors how you listen, warns when you’re in danger, and intervenes to reduce sound levels to protect your ears.
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Grason-Stadler (GSI) has introduced the GSI Pello, a mid-level audiometer that offers precise and efficient diagnostic audiometry. It is a stand-alone and PC-enabled device with a small footprint and foldable color display suitable for numerous testing environments.
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