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  • From Silence to the Silver Screen: Actress Tiffany Storrs and Her Unexpected Role as a Hearing Advoca

    Tiffany Storrs, an author, actress, and advocate for the deaf and hard of hearing, experienced a dramatic shift in her life when she lost her hearing shortly after the births of her children. Initially diagnosed with otosclerosis, her hearing loss was linked to hormone imbalances potentially caused by fertility treatments. Despite the challenges, Tiffany embraced cochlear implants (CIs) to regain her ability to hear, though it required significant adaptation and rehabilitation. Remarkably, during...

  • Getting Real: An Interview with Oticon President Gary Rosenblum about Oticon Real Hearing Aids

    Oticon has recently launched its new Oticon Real™ miniRITE and miniBTE hearing aids, powered by the Polaris R™ chip platform, building on over a decade of innovation rooted in the BrainHearing™ concept. Designed to enhance sound quality, reduce disruptive noises like wind noise, and improve speech-in-noise performance, Oticon Real represents a significant advancement in hearing aid technology. Gary Rosenblum, Oticon’s U.S. President, emphasizes that each new product builds on previous inn...

  • GN Expands ReSound OMNIA Hearing Aid Family to All Styles Including MiniRIE Rechargeable

    GN Hearing has expanded its ReSound OMNIA hearing aid lineup, introducing its smallest rechargeable model yet—the OMNIA miniRIE (Receiver-in-Ear)—along with two new rechargeable Behind-the-Ear (BTE) models and custom products such as Completely-in-Canal (CIC), In-the-Canal (ITC), and half-shell/full-shell In-the-Ear (ITE) options. The new devices feature enhanced connectivity, including Bluetooth streaming for audio and phone calls, with hands-free calling compatibility for Apple iOS devices....

  • GN Extends ReSound Nexia Hearing Aid Line

    ReSound has expanded its Nexia portfolio with new wireless custom in-the-canal (ITC) and CROS behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing devices, along with the Multi-Mic+ remote microphone and the updated ReSound Smart Fit 2.0 fitting software. These innovations aim to enhance user experience by offering improved connectivity, sound quality, and battery life. The new ITC model features a size 312 battery, providing up to 8 days of use, while the BTE CROS option offers 16 hours of streaming on a single charge....

  • GN Launches ReSound Vivia AI-Driven Hearing Aids; Savi Essential Product Family

    ReSound Vivia and Savi are the latest hearing aids introduced by GN Hearing, designed to provide advanced features for better auditory experiences. The Vivia line offers AI-driven technology with deep neural network (DNN) processing, enabling intelligent noise reduction while preserving essential sounds. It includes models like the microRIE (rechargeable), RIE 61, and RIE 62, with options for telecoil functionality via accessories or standard inclusion. The Vivia also boasts up to 3 days of batte...

  • GN's “New Norm” Free Photo Bank on Unsplash to Change Visual Misperceptions of Hearing Loss and H

    GN, a Danish company known for its hearing aid brands ReSound and Beltone, has launched *The New Norm* campaign to challenge outdated perceptions of hearing aids and hearing loss. The initiative provides free, high-quality images of real-life hearing aid users on Unsplash.com, showcasing diverse individuals from various backgrounds wearing modern, sleek devices. By replacing stereotypical depictions of elderly people with bulky hearing aids, GN aims to update public perception and reduce stigma a...