Bluetooth Auracast technology could be great for expanding access. But for now, hearing aids with telecoils are still important.
Audiologists should counsel patients on both Auracast and telecoil options when fitting hearing aids, as infrastructure for each varies by venue and region.
The coexistence of Auracast and telecoil technology represents a transitional moment in hearing accessibility infrastructure that will influence fitting decisions and patient counseling for years.
- 01Bluetooth Auracast allows direct streaming from public PA systems to compatible hearing aids.
- 02Telecoil technology remains widely deployed and is still critical for loop-equipped venues.
