Aurahear·Blog·Accessibility·8w agoAuracast in Vue Cinemas is a big deal. This is whyIf large entertainment chains normalise built-in Auracast infrastructure, audiologists will increasingly need to counsel patients on device compatibility and how to use assistive listening features in public venues.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Accessibility·8w agoVue Cinemas Brings Auri Auracast Assistive Listening to 200+ Screens Across UK and IrelandLarge-scale real-world deployment of Auracast assistive listening in a major cinema chain signals accelerating venue adoption, which raises the practical value of counselling patients on Auracast-compatible hearing devices.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·OTC / consumer·2mo agoSamsung’s Galaxy Buds Hearing Aid Feature Receives FDA ClearanceNo immediate change to clinical practice; audiologists should be aware that Samsung Galaxy Buds are now FDA-cleared OTC hearing aids and patients may arrive having already self-fitted them, warranting counseling on appropriate candidacy and limitations.＋Save
MedWatch·Industry news·OTC / consumer·2mo agoSamsung gets FDA approval – takes leap into US OTC marketSamsung's FDA-cleared entry into the OTC hearing aid market signals accelerating big-tech competition that could reshape consumer expectations and referral dynamics across the entire audiology profession.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·OTC / consumer·2mo agoOver-the-counter hearing aids and integrated health-monitoring sensors: a review of clinical evidence and implementationAudiologists should stay informed about OTC hearing aid clinical evidence gaps and emerging sensor integration, as these developments directly affect patient counseling, fitting workflows, and clinic business models.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Hearing aids·2mo agoOticon Launches Reveal Hearing Aids with Dual AI Processing and Expanded ConnectivityThe introduction of dedicated dual-AI processors in a consumer hearing aid platform signals an accelerating industry shift toward on-device neural processing, which may eventually redefine fitting and counselling benchmarks across the field.＋Save
Aurahear·Industry news·Accessibility·2mo agoMunich Airport commitment to barrier-free travel recognised with new certificationReal-world deployment of Auracast in major public infrastructure like airports demonstrates growing adoption of hearing-loop replacement technology, which may influence patient counselling on assistive listening in travel settings.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Industry news·OTC / consumer·2mo agoFDA clears Samsung Galaxy Buds Hearing Aid feature using NAL-NL2 for fittingNo immediate practice change is required; however, clinicians should anticipate patient inquiries about Samsung OTC hearing aids and be prepared to discuss their appropriate candidacy (mild-to-moderate perceived loss only) relative to professionally fitted devices.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Industry news·OTC / consumer·2mo agoSamsung Galaxy Buds Gain FDA-Cleared OTC Hearing Aid FeatureSamsung's FDA clearance adds a major consumer electronics brand to the growing OTC hearing aid market, increasing competitive pressure on traditional hearing aid manufacturers and potentially lowering the barrier to amplification for millions of people with mild-to-moderate...＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Regulatory·OTC / consumer·2mo agoSamsung Galaxy Buds Hearing Aid Feature Receives FDA ClearanceClinicians should be aware that patients with self-perceived mild-to-moderate hearing loss may present having already adopted Galaxy Buds as OTC hearing aids; counselling on appropriate use, limitations, and when to seek a formal audiological evaluation remains important.＋Save
Aurahear·Industry news·Accessibility·2mo agoWisconsin audiologists to get first-hand Auracast demo at State ConferenceLive demonstrations of Auracast at state audiology conferences accelerate real-world familiarity with the technology among dispensers and advocates who will counsel patients on it.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Public health & policy·2mo agoChoose your earplugsPublic-facing hearing protection education from a trusted charity can support prevention efforts and reduce the population burden of noise-induced hearing loss, aligning with broader audiology advocacy goals.＋Save
Aurahear·Product announcement·Hearing aids·2mo agoGN launches ReSound Sensia with the aim of lifting conversationsThe ReSound Sensia represents GN's latest push to integrate AI-driven speech processing and next-generation Bluetooth (Auracast) connectivity into a single platform, signalling a broader industry trend toward public-venue streaming compatibility.＋Save
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
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
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
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
Aurahear·Product announcement·OTC / consumer·2mo agoQuestyle QCC Dongle Pro2 includes Auracast and works with iPhonesGrowing Auracast-compatible hardware availability for Apple ecosystems may gradually improve real-world hearing loop and broadcast audio access for hearing aid and cochlear implant users, but clinical impact remains speculative at this stage.＋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
Aurahear·Industry news·Accessibility·2mo agoRetrofitting railways: cn-mobility introduces Auracast onboard solutions for trainsThe deployment of Auracast in public transport infrastructure signals a real-world expansion of assistive listening technology beyond clinics and venues, which could influence patient demand for compatible hearing devices.＋Save
Aurahear·Blog·Accessibility·2mo agoAuracast in the LG C5 television is great … most of the timeAs Auracast-enabled consumer electronics become more common, audiologists should be aware of real-world performance gaps so they can set realistic expectations when recommending assistive listening solutions to patients.＋Save
Aurahear·Product announcement·OTC / consumer·2mo agoSkullcandy launches Crusher 1080 ANC headphones with Auracast and Bose technologyThe inclusion of Auracast in a mainstream consumer headphone signals growing market momentum for Bluetooth LE Audio broadcast technology, which underpins next-generation assistive listening systems relevant to audiology practice and hearing accessibility.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Accessibility·2mo agoAuri Assistive Listening System Installed at Brighton Train Station in UKThe permanent installation of an Auracast-based assistive listening system in a major UK transit hub signals growing real-world adoption of next-generation broadcast audio infrastructure that audiologists should be prepared to discuss with patients.＋Save
Aurahear·Industry news·Accessibility·2mo agoAuracast comes to New Zealand’s Feilding Civic CentreReal-world Auracast deployments in public venues signal growing mainstream adoption of the standard, which audiologists should be aware of when counseling patients on hearing aid compatibility and assistive listening options.＋Save
Aurahear·Product announcement·OTC / consumer·2mo agoBoarding now: The Avantree Voyager sees Auracast take to the skiesAs Auracast-compatible hearing aids enter the market, affordable transmitter accessories like the Voyager expand real-world listening scenarios available to patients, signalling growing consumer infrastructure around the standard.＋Save
MedWatch·Industry news·Business & finance·2mo agoUS hearing aid company Eargo closesEargo's closure removes a notable direct-to-consumer hearing aid brand from the US market, potentially redirecting self-fitting OTC users back toward professional dispensing channels.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Telehealth·2mo agoRemote Matrix Sentence Test on Uncalibrated Consumer Devices: Test-Retest Reliability and Laboratory Agreement in Normal HearingThe remote Matrix Sentence Test on uncalibrated consumer devices shows acceptable test-retest reliability and lab agreement in normal-hearing listeners, supporting its potential use for remote speech-in-noise screening, though validation in hearing-impaired populations is still...＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Blog·OTC / consumer·2mo agoFatigue and Hearing Loss: How OTC Hearing Aids Can HelpListening fatigue is an underreported burden of hearing loss, and the growing OTC market means patients may arrive at clinics having self-treated; awareness of patient experience narratives helps clinicians ask better counseling questions.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Blog·OTC / consumer·2mo agoEar device patents for May 2026Ear-worn devices capable of out-of-ear physiological sensing could broaden the role of hearing health professionals into general health monitoring, but this patent signals intent rather than a market-ready product.＋Save
