Hearing Aids And Technologies

Your Ultimate Guide to Holiday Travel With Hearing Aids

Traveling with hearing aids this holiday season? Discover tips to fly confidently and enjoy a stress-free trip with hearing loss.

Modern hearing aids

Modern technology and advances in the field of hearing aids make it possible for you to live a life without limitations. In addition, modern hearing aids offer many other functions that make everyday life with a hearing aid easier and more convenient. Find out more below about the advantages of modern devices, and what the future of hearing aids holds in store.

Introducing Phonak Audéo Sphere™ Infinio

With hearing aid technology advancing like never before, Connect Hearing has launched Phonak Audéo Sphere™ Infinio from Sonova: a brand-new, AI-assisted hearing aid technology.

How do hearing aids work?

Modern hearing aids use the latest digital technology. They can be customised according to the extent of hearing loss and the individual's personal needs. This is vital, since everyone perceives hearing loss in a different way. Modern hearing aids feature automatic programs for all environmental situations, speech amplification, disruptive background noise suppression and feedback suppression. All this makes the lives of those with hearing loss far easier, whilst enhancing their quality of life.

Hearing Aid Tips for Travelling Overseas

Travel broadens the mind – a cliché, for sure, but true nonetheless. There’s nothing like an overseas trip to give you a different perspective on life, no matter how long or brief. <br> <br> Different sights, smells, tastes and sounds will surround you, all of which will stimulate your mind and your imagination. Hearing loss need not impede your enjoyment; with just a little preparation, you’ll be ready to take in everything that comes your way. <br>

Hearing Aid Dos and Don'ts

If you rely on your hearing aids to stay connected to the world of sound, it can be tempting to wear them all the time. But just like any tech, there are times when it's best to give your hearing aid a break. In this blog post, we'll walk you through some simple dos and don'ts of wearing your hearing aid so you'll know exactly when and where it’s okay to use it.

Hearing aid familiarisation

Ringing phones, street noises, birdsong: A good hearing aid will bring the world of sounds back to life. If you’ve gotten used to living with hearing difficulties, so many sensory impressions can be overwhelming at first. Don’t be put off. Give yourself plenty of time to adjust to your new hearing aid. This includes getting used to the physical sensation of having the device in your ear, apart from the actual sensation of hearing. </br> </br> One thing is certain: After a period of adjustment, you’ll never want to be without your hearing aid again!

Hearing aid batteries

Hearing aids are becoming increasingly smaller and more powerful, regardless of whether they run on standard or rechargeable batteries. While a rechargeable battery can be regularly charged, standard hearing aid batteries will need to be replaced. In general, when deciding on which battery to buy, it's worth taking the following into consideration: type, performance, manufacturer, service life, quality, and capacity. Below you will find all the information you need to make buying and changing your batteries as straightforward as possible, allowing you to get the most out of your hearing aid.

Can You Wear Hearing Aids With Glasses?

Sight and sound are our two primary senses. Many of us wear glasses, and many of us hear wearing aids - but can you wear glasses with hearing aids? <br> <br> Of course you can, but there are a few things to remember. Here’s what you should know.

Best Apps for People Who Are Hard of Hearing or Experiencing Hearing Loss

The development of hearing aids was a huge development to improve the lives of anyone experiencing hearing loss. And as technology is improving all the time, there are now hundreds of apps for hearing-impaired people available that can make communication and entertainment more accessible.

9 Tips for Troubleshooting Your Hearing Aid

There’s nothing more frustrating than a hearing aid that’s not working properly. Like any kind of electronic device, hearing aids can malfunction from time to time. But with these handy hearing aid troubleshooting tips, you should know what to do the next time you’re having a problem with your device.

A carefree vacation with hearing aids

If you use hearing aids, there are a couple of things to consider before jetting off on vacation.