Hearing Technologies

Google is expanding LE Audio (Low Energy Audio) support for hearing aids on Samsung Galaxy and Pixel smartphones, aiming to improve audio quality, battery efficiency, and direct Bluetooth connectivity for users. The update enhances hands-free calling and media streaming while eliminating the need for intermediary accessories. GN Hearing and Oticon Intent to Gain LE Audio Support with Samsung Galaxy S25

BLUFFDALE, UTAH, and NEWARK-ON-TRENT, UK—Listen Technologies Corporation, a leading provider of advanced wireless listening solutions, and Ampetronic, world-leading providers of audio induction loop systems, are joining forces and combining their decades of expertise to redefine assistive listening and  communication. The two companies are deepening their partnership under the Allvida umbrella, aligning their operations, leadership, and resources to deliver greater value to

STAEFA, SWITZERLAND – Phonak has announced the expansion of its Infinio platform with two new custom hearing aids, designed to deliver enhanced personalization and performance. The latest additions, Virto Infinio ITE and Virto Infinio ITC, are built on the company’s proprietary Infinio technology, offering improved sound processing and speech understanding: Virto Titanium Infinio Virto 10 NW O Infinio The Infinio

A new study has uncovered how electrode placement and advanced programming techniques can significantly enhance music perception for cochlear implant users, offering insights that could reshape personalized hearing solutions. Published in JAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery, the study by researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and other institutions aimed to address long-standing challenges faced by cochlear implant users in music

AUSTIN, TEXAS — Ambiq, a leading provider of ultra-low power semiconductors, has announced the integration of its AI-powered speech enhancement technology into over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids. These innovations aim to improve speech clarity, reduce background noise, and optimize audio settings in real-time, offering users a more personalized and reliable hearing experience. The new technology leverages Ambiq’s proprietary AI algorithms and

BLUFFDALE, UTAH — Listen Technologies Corporation, a leading provider of advanced wireless listening solutions for 26 years, has partnered with manufacturer representative firm Image Marketing West to bring Listen Technologies’ audio solutions to customers and end users in Northern California, Northern Nevada, the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, and Hawaii. Image Marketing West will sell and recommend Listen Technologies’ full suite of

MILIPITAS, CALIFORNIA & LAS VEGAS – Zepp Clarity, a smart hearing solutions brand owned by Zepp Health (NYSE: ZEPP), announced the launch of its “Try Before You Buy” program at CES 2025. This initiative seeks to address common barriers to hearing aid adoption by allowing consumers to trial over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids in a home environment before making a purchase

PARIS, FRANCE — EssilorLuxottica has announced the acquisition of Pulse Audition, a French startup specializing in AI-driven noise reduction and voice enhancement technology. The company’s proprietary algorithms are designed to improve speech clarity, even in challenging noisy environments, offering significant benefits to individuals with hearing impairments. This strategic acquisition marks a key step in EssilorLuxottica’s ongoing efforts to integrate advanced

ITASCA, Ill., and IRVINE, Calif. — Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN), a global leader in advanced micro-acoustic microphones and audio processing solutions, announced the successful completion of the sale of its Consumer MEMS Microphone business to Syntiant Corp., a leader in AI-powered edge processing solutions. The transaction marks a significant milestone for both companies. Knowles will continue to focus on its

Researchers at Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) have unveiled what might just be the world’s most precise needle—a groundbreaking innovation capable of delivering therapies directly into the cochlea, the delicate spiral-shaped organ responsible for hearing. This advancement could open the door to a new era of treatments for hearing loss and related auditory disorders. Why Precision Matters in Cochlear