The Benefits of Modern Hearing Aid Apps

At Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix, we've seen how smartphone apps have transformed the hearing aid experience for our patients. Today's hearing aid apps offer unprecedented control and personalization options, allowing you to adjust settings without visiting our office. Whether you need to fine-tune volume, change programs for different environments, locate a lost device, or stream audio directly, these applications put control at your fingertips.

The latest hearing aids from leading manufacturers all come with sophisticated companion apps that enhance your listening experience. Our audiologists take time during your fitting appointments to ensure you understand how to use these apps effectively, maximizing the benefit of your hearing technology.

Enhanced Communication Capabilities

Modern hearing aid apps offer features that significantly improve your ability to communicate in various listening situations.

Real-Time Conversation Enhancement

Many current apps provide real-time transcription capabilities, translating speech into text on your smartphone screen. This feature is particularly helpful in challenging listening environments or when you might miss parts of a conversation.

Background Noise Reduction

Using advanced algorithms, today's hearing aid apps help reduce background noise, making it easier to focus on conversations. With customizable settings for different environments, you can enjoy clearer communication whether you're in a busy restaurant, a meeting, or walking down a noisy street in Phoenix.

Personalization and Control

One of the greatest advantages of modern hearing aid apps is the ability to personalize your listening experience without requiring a visit to our office.

Customizable Sound Settings

The latest hearing aid apps from manufacturers we work with at Applied Hearing Solutions offer impressive customization options:

• ReSound Smart 3D™ app for ReSound Vivia: Features the world's first Auracast Assistant for hearing aids, allowing you to connect to Auracast broadcasts with a simple tap. You can also access a sound enhancer to adjust bass, middle, and treble frequencies based on your preferences.
  
• Widex Allure app: Offers AI Assistants including the AI Quick Assistant for instant sound recommendations based on other users' preferences in similar surroundings. The app also allows you to customize bass, midrange, and treble frequencies for optimal sound.
  
• Oticon Companion app for Oticon Intent: Provides access to the Intent-Based Spatial Balancer with its sophisticated 4D User-Intent Sensors that adapt to your listening intentions based on conversation activity, movement, and acoustic environment.
  
• My Starkey app for Starkey Edge AI: Features Edge Mode+ that helps you zero in on speech in challenging environments. The app also includes health monitoring features and is compatible with Apple Watch for even more convenient control.
  
• myPhonak app for Phonak Infinio: Includes personalized noise cancellation settings and speech focus controls. The Infinio models with dual-chip architecture provide enhanced AI capabilities for real-time noise reduction through the app.
  
• Signia app for Signia IX: Offers TeleCare for remote assistance from our audiologists, sound balance adjustments, and directional hearing controls to help you focus on what matters most.
  

Remote Adjustment Functionality

All of these modern apps allow you to:

• Switch between saved programs for different environments
• Make discreet adjustments without drawing attention
• Receive adjustments from our audiologists remotely when needed
• Control your hearing aids from smartphones or smartwatches

At Applied Hearing Solutions, we program your hearing aids using Real Ear Measurements to ensure they're meeting your prescription targets. Then we help you understand how to use your app's remote adjustment features to fine-tune your experience in different environments.

Data Tracking and Management

Modern hearing aid apps provide valuable insights into your hearing health and usage patterns.

Hearing Health Monitoring

Apps like My Starkey for the Edge AI offer comprehensive health tracking features, including:

• Activity tracking
• Fall detection with alerts to caregivers
• Self-guided balance assessment
• Social engagement monitoring

The myPhonak app provides detailed information about the sound environments you frequent, while the Widex Allure app tracks your hearing aid usage to help you maximize benefit.

Usage Pattern Analysis

These apps collect data on:

• Total daily usage
• Which programs you use most frequently
• Battery consumption patterns

This information helps our audiologists make more informed recommendations during your follow-up appointments. When you visit Applied Hearing Solutions for checkups, we review this data to optimize your hearing aid programming using Best Practice protocols.

Integration with Smart Devices

Today's hearing aid apps seamlessly connect with various smart devices to enhance your listening experience.

Seamless Connectivity Options

Modern hearing aids offer advanced Bluetooth connectivity:

• The Phonak Infinio and ReSound Vivia feature Bluetooth LE Audio for more efficient streaming
• Starkey Edge AI and Oticon Intent provide direct streaming to both iOS and Android devices
• Widex Allure and Signia IX offer hands-free calling capabilities for compatible devices

Compatibility with Various Platforms

All the hearing aid apps we recommend work with both iOS and Android platforms, though specific features may vary depending on your smartphone model. Our audiologists can help you understand the compatibility options for your specific devices during your consultation.

Maximizing Your Hearing Technology

The sophisticated apps accompanying today's advanced hearing aids provide unprecedented control and personalization. At Applied Hearing Solutions, we follow comprehensive Best Practice protocols to ensure you get the most from both your hearing aids and their companion apps.

Our audiologists take the time to understand your specific hearing needs and lifestyle before recommending the most appropriate hearing technology. We then use Real Ear Measurements to verify that your hearing aids are programmed correctly to your prescription. Finally, we provide thorough training on using your hearing aid app to maximize your listening experience in all environments.

Don't miss out on the benefits of today's advanced hearing aid technology. Call Applied Hearing Solutions at (602) 877-0000 to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced audiologists. We'll help you discover which hearing aid and app combination will best meet your unique hearing needs and lifestyle.