Hearing Technologies

Samsung Electronics announced that its Galaxy Buds Hearing Aid feature has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), allowing compatible Galaxy Buds1 to function as over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids2 for adults age 18 and older with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss. The feature is designed for users who may have difficulty following conversations in noisy environments

BALLERUP, DENMARK — GN has announced ReSound Sensia™, a family of premium hearing aids built on the company’s new AI platform and designed to improve access to a listener’s intended speech in complex listening environments. The new platform combines real-time environmental classification, 4-microphone directional beamforming, and Deep Neural Network (DNN) noise reduction. According to GN, the technologies work together to identify

EDEN PRAIRIE, MINNESOTA — Starkey announced that its Omega AI hearing technology has been named a winner in the Best Use of Artificial Intelligence category at the 2026 Healthcare Eagles Awards. The recognition honors organizations and technologies using artificial intelligence to advance healthcare outcomes, improve patient experiences, and support innovation across the industry. Omega AI is Starkey’s latest hearing technology

The UK rail network’s first permanent Auracast installation represents a significant development for the passenger experience. For audiologists and hearing aid dispensers, it signals something more: how the growing availability of broadcast audio may reshape everyday listening for hearing device users. A Familiar Challenge: Hearing in Noisy Environments Anyone who has fitted hearing devices knows the complaint before the patient

The International Association for Hearing Accessibility (IAHA) has established a new working group to assess hearing accessibility regulations worldwide, identify areas for improvement, and coordinate with local stakeholders to expand access to assistive listening technologies. More than one billion people globally experience some degree of hearing difficulty, according to IAHA, yet many continue to face unequal access to services, information,

What does it take to damage your hearing? The truth is that it can happen quicker than you think. A single gunshot. An afternoon using power tools. A night out at a concert. Many of the activities we love pose a risk for harmful noise exposure. While these sounds may seem temporary, repeated exposure can have lasting effects on your

TAMPA, FLORIDA — HearUSA has announced the nationwide availability of the Signia Active Mini IX across its network of hearing care centers, expanding the retailer’s selection of discreet, ready-to-wear hearing aids. The device, which Signia introduced in May 2026, combines an instant-fit in-the-ear design with the company’s Integrated Xperience platform, rechargeable battery technology, and wireless connectivity. A Ready-to-Wear In-the-Ear Option

LONE TREE, COLORADO — Cochlear Limited (ASX: COH) today announced FDA clearance of the new Cochlear® Osia® 3 Sound Processor, the latest generation of its Osia® bone conduction hearing system.‡ Cochlear’s bone conduction hearing solutions are designed for children and adults with conductive hearing loss, mixed hearing loss, and single-sided deafness (SSD). Key Features of the Osia 3 Sound Processor

LONDON, U.K. — TinniSoothe, the British manufacturer of wearable devices for tinnitus relief, today announced a partnership with the UK Veterans Hearing Foundation, the only UK charity solely dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by hearing issues. The collaboration will make TinniSoothe™ available to more UK military veterans and their family members, helping them better manage the daily

DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA — MED-EL US has announced the consumer availability of its new Standard Pro and Micro Pro rechargeable batteries for the company’s SONNET 2 and SONNET 3 audio processors. The new rechargeable batteries are designed to extend operating time while remaining compatible with MED-EL cochlear implants dating back to 1994, allowing many existing recipients to upgrade without requiring