Aurahear·Blog·Hearing aids·2mo agoREVIEW: Oticon Easy LE Adapter makes Bluetooth LE Audio easyNo actionable clinical practice change; this is a consumer accessory review that may be useful when counselling Oticon hearing aid patients who ask about Bluetooth LE Audio compatibility with older or non-LE Audio devices.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·2mo agoDevelopment and Validation of Persian Speech Test Signal (PerSTS)Audiologists fitting hearing aids for Persian-speaking patients should consider using PerSTS instead of the language-nonspecific ISTS, once clinically adopted, to improve fitting accuracy for this population.＋Save
Aurahear·Blog·Hearing aids·2mo agoOticon’s Intent hearing aid … what is its Auracast like?As Auracast-enabled venues and devices grow, audiologists need working knowledge of which hearing aids support the standard and how the user experience compares across models.＋Save
Aurahear·Blog·OTC / consumer·2mo agoEarisMAX TV Transmitter review: Sturdy design with excellent audioAs Bluetooth LE Audio / Auracast adoption grows, audiologists will increasingly field patient questions about compatible TV streaming accessories, making awareness of available devices practically useful.＋Save
Aurahear·Blog·Accessibility·2mo agoAuracast live translation at Bristol Temple Meads: what it meansReal-world Auracast deployments in transport hubs signal a meaningful step toward mainstream assistive listening infrastructure, which could expand hearing-aid utility beyond the clinic.＋Save
Aurahear·Industry news·Accessibility·2mo agoAuracast on the air: Bristol Temple Meads trial translates to BBC Radio 4’s Today programmeReal-world public-transport deployment of Auracast signals growing mainstream adoption of the standard, which could soon influence how audiologists counsel patients about hearing aid connectivity in everyday environments.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Blog·AI & technology·2mo agoWhat’s Next for AI Hearing Aids? Hearing in Your Own Friend BubbleThe 'friend bubble' concept represents a likely direction for next-generation hearing aid AI, giving clinicians early context for patient conversations about emerging technology.＋Save
Aurahear·Industry news·Accessibility·2mo agoWiltshire church upgrades assistive listening with FlooGoo Auracast transmitterReal-world Auracast installations in public venues like places of worship signal growing infrastructure that hearing aid patients may encounter, reinforcing the importance of clinicians being familiar with Bluetooth LE Audio compatibility when fitting devices.＋Save
Audiology Worldnews·Industry news·Hearing aids·2mo agoYou are over 50 and still like to rave? Groove Armada and Specsavers can get you on the listDestigmatisation campaigns targeting specific generational cohorts represent a growing strategy to close the gap between hearing loss prevalence and hearing aid uptake among adults aged 50–70.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Blog·Hearing aids·2mo agoHearing Aids Are Not Like Glasses — and It’s Time the Industry Said SoUnmet patient expectations are a leading driver of hearing aid abandonment, so how the industry frames the hearing aid experience at the point of sale and fitting has direct implications for long-term adoption and satisfaction.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·2mo agoHealth and disability assessment in individuals with hearing loss: a longitudinal study using WHODAS 2.0Audiologists should consider WHODAS 2.0 as a longitudinal outcome measure alongside audiometric testing to capture the functional and disability impact of hearing aid fitting over time.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·2mo agoExploring the Relationship Between Hearing Status, Cognitive Function, and Neurological Symptom Burden: The Impact of Hearing Aids on Veteran HealthIf the study shows hearing aid use is associated with better cognitive and neurological outcomes in veterans, audiologists serving this population should prioritize early hearing aid fitting and counseling on cognitive benefits — but causality cannot be confirmed from an...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·2mo agoTowards a standardized assessment of manual dexterity in hearing aid users using the ABILHAND questionnaireIf validated further, the ABILHAND questionnaire could offer audiologists a quick, standardized way to flag patients who may struggle with hearing aid handling, enabling earlier dexterity-targeted counseling or device selection.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Press release·Hearing aids·2mo agoStarkey Cares Hosts a Hearing Event for Individuals with Usher SyndromeThe event highlights growing industry awareness of the unique, complex needs of the Usher syndrome community, where combined hearing and vision loss demands specialized audiological support.＋Save
Hearing Review·Blog·Clinical audiology·2mo agoWhat to Tell Audio Engineers About Equalizations for Their Hearing LossAudiologists counseling audio engineers or musicians should understand that standard hearing-aid frequency shaping based solely on audiogram targets may be inadequate for this population; fitting strategies should account for the critical listening demands and monitor-level...＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Public health & policy·2mo agoStarkey Cares Hosts a Hearing Event for Individuals with Usher SyndromeManufacturer-sponsored outreach targeting the dual-sensory loss (Usher syndrome) population highlights the underserved need for specialized hearing care in this community and may raise awareness among audiologists who see these patients.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Blog·Accessibility·2mo agoBeyond Hearing Aids: Why Assistive Listening MattersAudiologists should routinely counsel patients about assistive listening devices for challenging public environments, as hearing aids alone are often insufficient in those settings — this is established best practice, not a new finding.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Education & training·2mo agoStarkey University Workshop 2026 Draws Audiology Students From 40 University ProgramsManufacturer-hosted student workshops shape early brand exposure and technical training for the next generation of audiologists, reflecting growing industry investment in early professional pipeline development.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·OTC / consumer·2mo agoAmplification characteristics of the Hearing Aid Program in AirPods Pro 2Lab data on AirPods Pro 2 amplification characteristics are directly relevant to audiologists fielding patient questions about over-the-counter hearing devices; review findings to counsel patients accurately about capabilities and limitations.＋Save
AudiologyOnline·Press release·Hearing aids·2mo agoStarkey Cares Hosts a Hearing Event for Individuals with Usher SyndromeIt highlights the hearing care field's growing attention to the dual-sensory needs of individuals with Usher syndrome, a historically underserved population.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Financial report·Business & finance·2mo agoAmplifon Reports Strongest Organic Growth in Two Years, Looks Ahead to GN Hearing IntegrationAmplifon's acquisition of GN Hearing would create a vertically integrated retail-and-manufacturer giant, reshaping competitive dynamics across audiology dispensing and hearing aid supply chains globally.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Professional org·Professional practice·2mo agoHBA Perth seminar highlights innovation and independent practiceAs corporate consolidation continues in the hearing care sector, industry gatherings like this highlight the strategies independent providers are using to differentiate and sustain their practices.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Blog·Hearing aids·2mo agoTechnology that transforms: Hearing aid innovationsUnderstanding the consumer-driven push toward discreet, AI-powered hearing aids helps clinicians anticipate patient expectations and guide counselling conversations about device selection.＋Save
Audiology Worldnews·Blog·Hearing aids·2mo agoBiophilia: The Nature Seeping Back into Hearing TechA growing body of thinking in audiology is questioning whether aggressive digital signal processing may sacrifice perceptual naturalness, and biophilic approaches could shape the next generation of hearing device design goals.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Hearing aids·2mo agoSoundly Launches AARP Hearing Care Program with Member Discounts, Unbundled Pricing ModelThe launch signals growing momentum toward unbundled, discount-network models in audiology retail, which could reshape how independent clinics compete for the large 50+ patient demographic.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Blog·Accessibility·2mo agoBeyond the Announcement: What the UK’s First Permanent Rail Auracast System Means for Hearing CarePermanent public Auracast infrastructure signals an accelerating shift toward assistive listening technology integration in everyday environments, creating new patient counselling opportunities for hearing care professionals.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·OTC / consumer·2mo agoUnderstanding Hearing Health Care Choices and Customer Archetypes in an Era of Over-the-Counter Hearing AidsAudiologists should recognise that patients now self-select into provider-led or OTC pathways based on identifiable attitudes and circumstances; understanding these consumer archetypes can improve counselling and retention strategies.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·2mo agoOptimizing Hearing Rehabilitation in Chronic Otitis Media: An Expert Opinion on Early Integration of Bone Conduction DevicesExpert consensus supports earlier referral for bone conduction device fitting in chronic otitis media patients with persistent conductive hearing loss, but this is opinion-level evidence only and should be weighed against individual patient factors and local guidelines pending...＋Save
Aurahear·Industry news·Accessibility·2mo agoAuracast in the tower: Canadian development The Marlstone opens up to assistive listening technologyResidential adoption of Auracast signals a slow but meaningful expansion of assistive listening infrastructure beyond public venues, which could increase patient demand for compatible hearing aids and influence purchasing conversations in the clinic.＋Save
