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The Carbon Footprint of Hearing Healthcare and How to Reduce It
This article explores the environmental and technological advancements in hearing aid technology, emphasizing the shift from disposable batteries to rechargeable solutions. It highlights how this transition reduces electronic waste, resource consumption, and carbon emissions while improving accessibility and sustainability. The article also discusses the importance of using green energy sources for charging, the role of eco-design principles, and policy initiatives like the EU's push for universa...
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Big Changes Ahead in World of Hearing Aids
The Over the Counter Hearing Aid Act has become law, promising increased affordability and accessibility for hearing aids in the U.S., with the first true OTC models expected around 2020. A recent CBS "Sunday Morning" special hosted by David Pogue explores the history, current state, and future of hearing aids, examining cost breakdowns and the value of services included in bundled hearing aid purchases. Pogue also discusses personal sound amplification products (PSAPs) with Nicholas Reed from Jo...
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Celebrate World Hearing Day 2025 on Monday, March 3!
Monday, March 3rd marks World Hearing Day, an annual event by the World Health Organization (WHO) to raise awareness about preventing deafness and hearing loss while promoting ear and hearing care globally. This year's theme is "Changing mindsets: Empower yourself to make ear and hearing care a reality for all!" WHO encourages individuals of all ages to take action for healthy ears and hearing. Companies like Sensaphonics, which focuses on hearing protection in the music industry, highlight the r...
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CES 2024: What’s New in Hearing Aids, Hearables, and Hearing Healthcare Tech
The article highlights the latest innovations in hearing health and audio technology showcased at CES 2024, including advancements in over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, noise cancellation, spatial audio, and heart-monitoring earbuds. Key technologies featured include AI-driven solutions for sound enhancement, ultra-low-power processors for hearables, vibration sensors for clearer calls and health monitoring, and cutting-edge microphone and receiver systems. Companies like Knowles, xMEMS, GreenW...
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Interview with Giles Tongue, CEO of ChatableApps
This article features an interview with Giles Tongue, the CEO and co-founder of ChatableApps, discussing their innovative iOS app, Chatable. The app uses artificial intelligence to enhance speech clarity in noisy environments by employing end-to-end neural speech synthesis, effectively isolating voice from background noise. Preliminary testing shows strong results, with 86% of hearing aid users preferring Chatable over traditional hearing aids for real-world conversations. Giles highlights the ap...
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CI2023 Conference in June to Feature (Re)Habilitation Connect Forum for Children and Adults with Coch
The 2023 Cochlear Implant Conference (CI2023) will feature the (Re)Habilitation Connect Forum on June 9, 2023, at the Hyatt Regency Dallas Hotel in Dallas, Texas. Organized by the American Cochlear Implant Alliance (ACI Alliance), this free event for all conference attendees focuses on providing clinically relevant, research-based information to support therapy practitioners and educators. The forum will include two sessions: "Cochlear Implant Intervention and Outcomes for Children with Early Dev...
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