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ReSound One
This podcast episode features Dr. Laurel Christensen discussing various advancements in hearing technology, including the ReSound One product release and its innovative microphone and receiver-in-ear (M&RIE) design. The conversation highlights the importance of remote hearing solutions during the pandemic, such as the MyCall app and Resound Assist, which allow users to adjust their hearing aids without visiting a clinic. Dr. Christensen also addresses challenges posed by face masks, suggesting ad...
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Nuheara: Interview with CEO Justin Miller
This article discusses the journey of Brandon Rogers-Plot, who struggled with mild hearing challenges for years before discovering Nuheara's IQbuds, a direct-to-consumer hearing assistance device. The article highlights how these devices, priced between $400 and $500, have significantly improved Brandon's quality of life by providing features like noise cancellation, speech enhancement, and adjustable settings tailored to his lifestyle. Nuheara's mission is to make hearing augmentation more acces...
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TeleAudiology: Virtual Care for Hearing Loss
The article discusses the importance of hearing health and the evolving solutions to address challenges in access to care, particularly amid the growing demand for hearing assistance. It highlights how telehealth technologies, such as remote audiological testing tools and AI-powered diagnostic devices like HearScope, are being developed to expand access to quality hearing care globally. Innovations from companies like HearX Group aim to bridge gaps in traditional audiometric services by offering ...
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Interview with Audiologist and Influencer Dr Cliff Olson
This article discusses advancements in hearing technology and the integration of Bluetooth, highlighting how these innovations are reshaping audio experiences for both individuals with and without hearing loss. The conversation explores the potential of emerging Bluetooth protocols to replace traditional telecoil systems, offering more accessible and cost-effective solutions for public spaces. It also touches on the accelerating pace of technological progress and the importance of staying informe...
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The Hearing Loss Association of America During COVID Times
The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) is a vital resource for individuals and families affected by hearing loss, offering comprehensive support and information through its website, *hearingloss.org*. The organization provides essential guidance for those newly diagnosed with hearing loss, emphasizing that they are not alone and that solutions are available. HLAA features online communities, such as Facebook groups and forums like Mayo Connect, where individuals can connect with peers for...
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Whisper Hearing System: AI Noise Reduction
This article explores the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and deep neural networks (DNNs) into advanced hearing devices, with a focus on Whisper.ai's innovative approach to enhancing speech recognition in noisy environments. The article highlights how traditional hearing aids often struggle to effectively separate speech from background noise, leading to compromised sound quality or unwanted artifacts when aggressive noise reduction is applied. Whisper.ai addresses this challenge by i...