Technology moves fast, and hearing aids have evolved right along with it. Today’s models are remarkably advanced, leaving behind the bulky, uncomfortable designs of the past. In their place are sleek, discreet devices packed with powerful features that deliver a more natural listening experience than ever.
Let’s look at a few features you can find in some of today’s hearing aids to help rid your mind of the clunky devices of decades past.
AI Processing
AI processing personalizes your hearing experience. Depending on the model you wear, built‑in AI analyzes your surroundings, identifies and amplifies the voices you hear most often and automatically adjusts settings in real time to match your environment.
Rechargeable Batteries
Many newer hearing aids have rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. That means you can just stick your devices in their charging case at night and enjoy a fresh charge the next day. Rechargeable hearing aids are especially helpful for people with dexterity issues who may have had trouble changing the disposable batteries in their older devices.
Music Processing
Odd-sounding music is one of the principal worries among hearing aid users. Newer devices recognize the difference between speech and music to offer the wearer better sound quality for every jam session at home or rock show at the Hampton Coliseum.
Connectivity
Modern hearing aids are built to connect with other modern devices. You can stream sound directly from your laptop to your hearing aids during a video call or even connect with your smart TV for better audio during your favorite movies.
Tinnitus Masking
An estimated 90% of tinnitus cases occur with an underlying hearing loss[1], making hearing aids the perfect option to manage both conditions. Many newer hearing aids have a tinnitus masking feature that covers the internal ringing of tinnitus with a soothing external sound. If your devices don’t come with sound masking, you can play soothing sounds from your phone to your hearing aids via Bluetooth®.
Companion Apps
Companion apps allow you to make hearing aid adjustments on your smartphone. You can change the volume, set “favorites” programming for frequently visited places, turn on tinnitus masking and more from the comfort of your home.
To learn more about what modern hearing aids can offer you, contact Hampton Roads ENT ~ Allergy to schedule an appointment with one of our specialists.
[1] Hearing Health Foundation. (n.d.). Hearing loss & tinnitus statistics. https://hearinghealthfoundation.org/hearing-loss-tinnitus-statistics