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Phonak Launches Audéo Paradise Hearing Aid
Phonak's new Audéo Paradise hearing aid is designed to provide the next level of excellent sound quality through its new PRISM sound processing chip that features double the memory of Phonak’s previous chip, universal connectivity options with Tap Control, a new fitting formula for better first fits, reduced reverberation, greater dynamic range, and new Motion Sensor Hearing technology.
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Apple to Roll Out Hearing Aid Emoji
Apple iPhone users will soon have 59 new emojis to choose from, including an ear with a hearing aid, according to an article in the UK “Mirror.”
Rebuilding My Musical Self
A 35-year hiatus from music due to hearing loss, and a new beginning due to dedication.
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Researchers Compare Hearing App Users’ Customization Settings to a Prescriptive Fitting
A study published in Trends in Hearing looks at how users of an iPod-controlled app tend to adjust their hearing aid settings after being fit to an NAL-NL1 prescriptive fitting. They found that the users’ gain adjustments were, in general, consistent for each person, but the adjustments varied substantially between individuals. However, despite their adjustments, the majority of their final preferred settings achieved similar speech-in-noise results as the NAL-NAL2 target settings with which they’d originally been prescribed.
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Sivantos Launches New Form Factor with Signia Styletto SLIM RIC
Signia’s new Styletto is a rechargeable SLIM RIC that features a contemporary design and breaks the mold of traditional BTE hearing aids by taking advantage of how its lithium-ion battery technology doesn’t need to conform to the traditional size and shape of a button cell.
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OTC and AAA, ADA, IHS, and ASHA: Now That We’re All on the Same Page…
It’s time to clearly distinguish professional service from self-service by showing why licensed hearing care professionals can make a huge difference in hearing aid outcomes. Let’s commit to getting consumers a list of essentials by creating a voluntary standard protocol for every licensed professional who dispenses hearing aids. Let’s spell out what consumers should expect. And then let’s promote the hell out of it.
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OTC Hearing Aid Consensus Statement Published by AAA, ADA, IHS, and ASHA
The unprecedented consensus statement from four national hearing care professional organizations recommends the new FDA classification be called “Self-fit OTC hearing devices.” The paper recommends the new class be intended for mild-to-moderate hearing losses of 26-55 dB HL (26 max HFA-FOG/110 dB max output), offer input compression and volume controls, contain clear and easy-to-understand labeling both on the inside and outside of the packaging, and require at last one 510(k) filing for initial FDA approval to ensure the basic safety and efficacy of the device.
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MED-EL BONEBRIDGE System Granted FDA “de Novo Clearance”
MED-EL USA, Durham, NC, has been granted FDA de novo clearance for the BONEBRIDGE™ bone conduction hearing implant system for individuals 12 years and older who have been diagnosed with conductive hearing loss, mixed hearing loss, or single-sided deafness.
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FDA Issues Letter to “OTC Hearing Aid” Manufacturers
A letter by the FDA’s William Maisel cautions that hearing devices cannot use “OTC hearing aids” in their marketing since the FDA definition of this hearing aid class—which would probably include severity of loss and other important safety, quality, and labeling requirements—has not yet been established.
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Starkey Offers Preview Video of Livio AI Hearing Aid
Starkey Hearing Technologies has provided a video for a glimpse at its upcoming Livio AI hearing aid that will reportedly include sensors and artificial intelligence. The new device is scheduled to launch on August 27.
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Why Are Sight and Sound Out of Sync?
Researchers found that speech comprehension can sometimes actually improve by as much as 10% when sound is delayed relative to vision, and that different individuals consistently have uniquely different optimal delays for different tasks.
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Mythbusters’ Myth #5: “Including Family Members in the Appointment Takes Up Too Much Valuable Time”
Sometimes colleagues complain that, while it may seem like a nice idea to include family members in the audiologic assessment and rehabilitation process (ie, nice to do), it is just too time consuming. But what if family involvement in the rehabilitation process not only provides more efficient use of time, but results in better outcomes? Drs Christopher Lind, Joseph Montano, and Gurgit Singh show why it’s a myth that “there isn’t time to include family members” in an appointment.
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Optimizing Hearing Aid Technology with Assistive Listening Systems
Radio frequency, infrared, hearing loop, and Wi-Fi streaming audio systems are all applicable for hearing aid users. Here is a brief review of these technologies, as well as information about the ALD Locator app and website that can help your patients find them in their own communities.
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FTC Fines Global TV Concepts for Deceptive Claims about MSA 30X PSAP
The FTC has imposed a fine of $47,203,036 against Global Concepts Limited Inc, which will be partially suspended after they pay $500,000 for false advertising claims associated with the MSA 30X personal sound amplification device (PSAP). According to the FTC, the defendants sold nearly 3 million of the devices through 2017, including through retailers such as CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart, generating total sales of $47.2 million.
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Expert Insight #3: How many hearing aids are now rechargeable, and what can a hearing aid user do to ensure the rechargeable battery lasts all day?
This week, Barry Freeman answers questions about how many hearing aids sold are rechargeable, and what a hearing aid user can do to get the most hours out of a rechargeable hearing aid battery. Get new insights into power issues, and ask your own questions here!
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Hearing Aid Use May Mean Less Hospital Visits, University of Michigan Researchers Find
In the new paper in “JAMA Otolaryngology—Head & Neck Surgery,” a team from the University of Michigan analyzed data from 1,336 adults ages 65 to 85 who reported severe hearing loss.
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Sonic Enchant Line Adds SoundClip-A to Stream Sounds in Stereo from Numerous Devices
Sonic has expanded the wireless connectivity options of its Enchant hearing aids with the introduction of SoundClip-A. The easy-to-use, lightweight SoundClip-A allows users to stream stereo sound hands-free to both hearing aids from all Bluetooth® 2.1 smartphones and devices. The small, ergonomically designed clip-on device delivers added benefit as a wireless remote/partner microphone for easier listening when the speaker is at a distance or in noisy environments where listening is difficult. SoundClip-A also enables remote volume control, program changes, and call pick-up with just the press of a button.
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