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JVC to Enter OTC Hearing Aid Market
JVCKenwood (JVC) has partnered with Intricon and Tuned Ltd to develop affordable, AI-powered over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids priced under $1000. These devices, designed in a traditional receiver-in-canal (RIC) form factor, aim to provide accessible solutions for individuals with mild to moderate hearing loss. Leveraging JVC's audio expertise and Intricon's manufacturing capabilities, the hearing aids will be paired with Tuned's AI-driven app, offering personalized setup, guided hearing tests,...
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Karl Strom Joins HearingTracker as Editor in Chief
HearingTracker has appointed Karl Strom as its new Editor in Chief, bringing over 25 years of experience in hearing healthcare journalism to the role. Strom previously served as Editor in Chief of *The Hearing Review* and is recognized for his extensive work in creating reliable content on hearing aids and related solutions. He joins HearingTracker, a leading independent resource founded by Dr. Abram Bailey in 2013, with a mission to empower consumers by providing comprehensive information to hel...
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Kids, Chemo and Hearing Loss: What New Research Reveals
Recent research highlights the concerning side effect of hearing loss in children undergoing chemotherapy, particularly due to the use of cisplatin, a common cancer drug. A 2021 study revealed that nearly 44% of pediatric patients treated with cisplatin developed moderate to severe hearing loss, with younger children under five being at higher risk. The likelihood of permanent hearing loss increases with higher doses of the medication, and this impairment may worsen post-treatment, impacting long...
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Knowles Releases High-Performance Digital Voice Vibration Sensor for High-Fidelity Voice Pick-Up in T
Knowles Corporation has introduced the V2S200D, a groundbreaking Digital Voice Vibration Sensor designed to enhance voice call quality in noisy environments. This sensor works alongside microphones to capture the speaker’s voice while suppressing ambient noise, addressing challenges faced in public spaces like restaurants, airports, and outdoor settings. With its high bandwidth, low power consumption, and compact size, the V2S200D integrates seamlessly into devices such as True Wireless Stereo ...
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Latest Trial Underway for Hearing Restoration Drug FX-322
Frequency Therapeutics is conducting a Phase 2b clinical trial to evaluate whether its drug candidate, FX-322, can restore hearing in individuals with sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) by regenerating sensory hair cells in the inner ear. The medication works by activating progenitor cells to re-grow lost hair cells, which are essential for filtering and tuning sounds. Administered as a gel injected into the eardrum under local anesthesia, FX-322 has shown promise in early studies, with improvemen...
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Lenire Tinnitus Treatment Device Granted De Novo Approval by FDA
The FDA has granted De Novo approval to Lenire, a first-of-its-kind bimodal neuromodulation device designed to treat tinnitus. Developed by Neuromod Devices Ltd., Lenire combines acoustic stimulation through wireless headphones and gentle electrical tongue stimulation to alleviate tinnitus symptoms. The approval is based on the success of the TENT-A3 clinical trial, which demonstrated that 79.4% of patients experienced clinically significant improvement, with no serious adverse events reported. A...
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