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The Widex Allure 330 and 440 are two of the best-in-class hearing aid devices on the market in terms of sound clarity and noise isolation. The Widex Allure 440 is the highest-tier model in the range, offering clarity in busy environments. The Allure 330 is one tier below – equipped with the same sound processing…
It’s common knowledge that we gradually lose our hearing ability as we grow older. The medical term for age-related hearing loss is presbycusis. Whether you are an older Australian worried about the onset of hearing loss or a family member looking into hearing loss treatments for your loved one, this guide will help you understand…
Hearing aids are designed to work for up to 3-7 years and can last longer with diligent cleaning and care. New hearing aid models offer water-resistance and a tough shell to prevent damage to internal electronics. In any case, your hearing aid device must still be cleaned and serviced to work well. When you wear…
If you are planning to swim with your Lyric hearing aids, don’t dive in the water just yet – according to Phonak’s user guide, the Lyric cannot be worn while swimming. That being said, there are some workarounds to keep your Lyric hearing aids in for swimming and other water activities. Are Phonak Lyric Hearing…
Released in 2016, the Oticon TV Adapter 3.0 is currently the primary TV streaming device for all Oticon hearing aid devices with Bluetooth capability. Unlike other TV streaming devices, the TV Adapter 3.0 will not work with hearing aids from other brands such as Starkey, Phonak, and Signia. The TV Adapter 3.0 uses a specific…
Welcome to the first edition of our Quarterly e-newsletter. I’ve been meaning to stay in better touch like this for quite some time, and I appreciate that it’s taken longer than it should have to get this underway. Please know that even though we haven’t always reached out in this format, you have never been…
Oticon hearing aids are among the most technologically advanced hearing aid devices on the market. However, Oticon hearing aids are not listed as 100% waterproof. Oticon hearing aids may not be completely waterproof, but the aids are designed with an impressive level of water resistance. The following Oticon hearing aid models have an IP68 rating…
I have been asked “What is it like to be deaf?” I consider myself as hard of hearing rather than deaf. What is it like? It can be very isolating; without my hearing aids I can hear very little. In a crowded room I struggle to hear any conversation, even those close by me and…
The Oticon Zeal and the Phonak Lyric 4 are two discreet hearing aid options that sit deep within the ear canal. However, that’s where the similarities between the Zeal and the Lyric 4 end – there are stark differences in terms of features that buyers should consider before making the decision to purchase. As an…
The Oticon Zeal and the Signia Silk IX are completely-in-canal (CIC) hearing aids designed for people who want a discreet hearing aid solution. This comparison guide provides a clear overview of the features of the Oticon Zeal vs the Signia Silk IX models to help you make the best decision for a CIC hearing aid…
