Hearing technology is leaps and bounds beyond what it was even a generation ago. Today\u2019s hearing aids are mini-supercomputers. But don\u2019t let that scare you \u2014 they\u2019re simple to use, comfortable to wear, and even the behind-the-ear models are so discreet, they\u2019re almost invisible.<\/p>
What can you expect from these little wonders?<\/p>
An Array of Choices<\/strong><\/p> Every taste and style will find something to love in today\u2019s hearing aids. There\u2019s almost certainly a hearing aid color you\u2019ll love, though certain manufacturers do offer a broader selection than others.<\/p> There are also many shapes and sizes, from behind-the-ear to receiver-in-canal to invisible. Smaller styles are often custom-molded to your ear canal\u2019s shape. The larger styles, on the other hand, typically offer more power for higher degrees of hearing loss.<\/p> Noise Reduction<\/strong><\/p> This feature looks at the sound input, determines what is simply noise, and reduces it in the final sound mix. For example, during pickup basketball, you can be receptive to teammates\u2019 voices and not be distracted by environmental noise. Some models offer a wind-reduction feature for outdoors enthusiasts. <\/p> Feedback Management<\/strong><\/p> A common problem in most hearing aids is that the microphone and amplifier are too close together. And that means feedback \u2014 yes, just like the squeals from an electric guitar. But in this case, the amplifier is right in your ear canal! This feature cancels out any feedback before you hear it. <\/p> Directional Microphones<\/strong><\/p> This feature focuses on sounds in front of you to help keep background noise, well, in the background! For example, you can focus on cousin Cathy\u2019s voice and tune out the other talk at the dinner table.<\/p> Artificial Intelligence<\/strong><\/p> Many hearing aids learn your preferred settings and adjust automatically based on your environment. For example, your hearing aid can learn how you adjust your settings when home alone with your spouse. It recognizes their voice and certain environmental cues, then adjusts your programming automatically.<\/p> Bluetooth Compatibility<\/strong><\/p> Today\u2019s hearing aids can connect wirelessly to mobile devices or any other Bluetooth electronics. For example, you can watch your favorite movie on your tablet and stream the audio right to your hearing aids \u2014 no earbuds or headphones needed!<\/p> Telehealth<\/strong><\/p> It\u2019s now almost standard practice for hearing aids to be paired with a mobile app so you can control your settings, volume, and more discreetly with a smartphone or tablet. But now, many hearing aid mobile apps let you request setting adjustments from your provider \u2014 no appointment necessary. And some even let you meet with your provider over video.<\/p> Rechargeability<\/strong><\/p> It\u2019s practically standard now for leading manufacturers to offer at least one rechargeable option. You simply put your hearing aids in the charger each night, and enjoy all-day hearing power the next morning. No more messing around with tiny batteries every few days!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Hearing technology is leaps and bounds beyond what it was even a generation ago. Today\u2019s hearing aids are mini-supercomputers. But don\u2019t let that scare you \u2014 they\u2019re simple to use, comfortable to wear, and even the behind-the-ear models are so discreet, they\u2019re almost invisible. What can you expect from these little wonders? An Array of […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":17974,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[16],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-7230","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-hearing","8":"entry"},"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n