Our world is full of smart devices: from phones and cameras to TVs and even our electricity meters—our technology is smarter than ever! What does “smart” mean, exactly? It means our devices can communicate with each other, whether it be via apps on our phones or a Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connection. These smart devices make our lives easier by simplifying things we do every day.
Not to be left behind, hearing devices are now also smart! Not only can modern hearing devices communicate with other devices around us like our televisions and smart phones, they can even learn our preferences and adjust accordingly to deliver better sound quality and performance.
They Adjust To Your Environment
Hearing devices can gather auditory information from your environment and determine your listening needs from the situation. Because the environment in an outdoor park is very different from that of a baseball game, your listening needs will vary based on that environment. As you move from one place to the next, the hearing device can automatically adjust to optimize performance in that environment.
Make Manual Adjustments With Your Phone
Another advantage of smart hearing devices is the ability of a smart-phone to make adjustments that used to be manual. Taking out a hearing aid to adjust it is inconvenient and makes wearing them less discreet. With smart devices, these adjustments can now be made with the touch of a button on your smartphone.
They Learn Your Preferences
Smart hearing devices can also learn from the adjustments you make, and automatically adjust for you in future similar situations. So you will have to make less manual adjustments over time, and your hearing device will keep everything sounding seamless and clear.
They Connect To Each Other
Smart hearing devices are also wirelessly connected to each other, so an adjustment made to one affects both devices equally, and will require less hassle. This helps both ears to hear equally and accurately, and work together to help the brain process sounds.
They’re Interactive
Smart hearing aids can also help you to do things people without hearing aids can’t do: like stream music, a phone call or a television show straight to your ears and adjust the volume to your personal preference. Bluetooth and Wi-Fi technology effectively transform your hearing devices into HD stereo ear sets. You can even answer a call without touching your phone and adjust the volume on your TV without a remote!
Smart-phone apps for you hearing device help you to control your hearing aids discreetly, from adjusting the volume or treble to changing the direction of microphones. This makes adjusting your hearing device much easier than having to remove it and adjust it manually.
They Reduce Background Noise
These smart hearing devices are better than ever at blocking out disruptive background noise and helping your brain to pinpoint the sound you are trying to hear, whether you’re at a busy restaurant, a sporting event, or even blocking the sound of wind on a blustery day!
Smart hearing devices can help make your life easier every day, from work to play and back home. Come in and check out some of the latest hearing technology we have to offer, and you’ll see how these devices can make wearing hearing aids more convenient and effortless than ever!
Here at California Hearing Center we are committed to your hearing health. Call us today to set up an appointment for a hearing screening.