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Which Hearing Aid was Bestowed with the 2020 AI Breakthrough Award?

10/23/2020

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The 2020 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Breakthrough award went to Starkey’s Livio AI in the category for “Best Intelligent Personal Assistant”.

The AI Breakthrough Award recognizes leading companies, technologies, products, and services in the competition of artificial intelligence who can solve problems and make significant changes in hearing aid technology.

Livio AI has a multitude of features that help users have quality listening experiences.

Double tapping the hearing aids, or using the Thrive Hearing Control app, gives quick access to features that track your health. You may also ask general questions about the weather or set a reminder about taking your medication.

Livio AI became prominent amidst over 2,000 international nominees. The products and services were evaluated by a committee that had backgrounds in academia, tech, business, and sales. They were judged on: Innovation, Functionality, Performance, Ease of Use, Impact, and Value.

Hearing aids are meant to give users both the finest listening experience and improve overall health. AI makes it possible to provide upgrades from customized features to the ease of access.

If you, or a loved one, would be interested in a free hearing aid trial of Starkey’s Livio AI, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing for a free hearing test and consultation.

Please be aware that Pure Sound services will only be available by appointment and for essential visits at this time. Essential visits include all appointments that require new hearing aid fittings, repairs, and re-fittings. We will be offering curbside services. If you are visiting us for a repair, we ask that you please wait in your car, while wearing your mask, and place your hearing aids in a clean zip lock bag. A staff member will come to your car to get them. If you are having any issues with your hearing aids, or an assistive listening device, please contact us before visiting one of our office locations.

Which Hearing Aids Should You Wear to Reduce Cognitive Decline and Hearing Loss?

8/13/2020

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There is so much research about the link between hearing loss and cognitive health, but there's still more research that needs to be done.

What is known about hearing loss?

Adults who suffer from hearing loss tend to display cases of steeper cognitive decline than those who have healthy hearing abilities.

In one study, elderly adults who have hearing loss are at two-to-five times more likely to develop symptoms of dementia than those with normal hearing.

In that same study, every 10 dB that was measured in hearing loss, there was a 20% rise in the possibility of developing dementia.

Theories to these links

Hearing loss that goes untreated for too long, may restrict the brain from collecting neural information. This is known as the "use-it-or-lose-it" theory. It is very important to keep your mind active by listening to sounds.

Those who suffer from hearing loss may cut back on socializing with others. The worst combination of an increase in cognitive decline is being socially isolated, depressed and suffering from cognitive decline. The theory is that those who have hearing loss are less inclined to engage in social situations. This is what can cause depression and isolation, which can lead to cognitive decline.

Attempting to listen and comprehend speech sounds requires a number of parts in your brain, including its working memory. When the brain is focused on listening, many of its other areas cannot be utilized anywhere else.

How can hearing aids help?

Hearing aids can stimulate the brain by allowing users to hear and interpret information.

These devices can make people feel more confident and encourage them to participate in life again. This lowers their risks of depression and social isolation.

Hearing aids can help reduce the cognitive strain that a person may use in order to listen.

A study from 2015 showed a similar rate of cognitive decline between those who wore hearing aids, and those who did not need to wear hearing aids. It implied that wearing hearing aids can delay the development of cognitive decline.

Starkey's Livio AI hearing aids not only provide a high-quality hearing experience, but they also use sensors and artificial intelligence to give you an assessment in regard to your cognitive health. Your Brain Score is measured on a daily basis

Use Time - This measures the length of time that your hearing aids are worn. This is vital because wearing hearing aids helps to lower your chances of cognitive decline due to hearing loss.

Engagement - This feature measures how much time is spent in environments where the hearing aid user has discussions with other people or streams phone calls. It helps the user participate more when in large groups.

Actively Listening - This measures the different types of circumstances that the user encounters in their day. These different environments help stimulate brain development.

The Thrive Hearing app can keep a record of your Brain Score to show how much progress you've made. Use it to observe and evaluate your cognitive health.

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Pair Starkey's Livio AI with the Thrive Hearing app!

If you, or a loved one, would like a free trial of the Livio AI hearing aids, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a free hearing test and consultation.

Product of the Week: How can Livio AI Hearing Aids Help with Cognition and Hearing Loss?

5/11/2020

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There has been so much research on the topic of cognition and hearing loss. There is a lot more to learn about it, but here’s what we know so far:

Adults who have hearing loss have more cases of cognitive decline than those with healthy hearing.
Eldery individuals who have hearing loss are two to five times more likely to develop dementia than those with healthy hearing.
For every 10 dB that was measured for an increase in hearing loss, there was also a 20% increased risk for developing dementia.
Based on public health tests, hearing loss can be a risk in cognitive decline.

Theories that are verified by science:

Long term hearing loss might restrict the brain from accepting neural data. This is known as the “use-it-or-lose-it” theory. It indicates that it’s important to use sounds to stimulate your brain.
Those with hearing loss may stop socializing with others. There is a link between social isolation, depression and cognitive decline. It is believed that those who have hearing loss, are less prone to participate in social settings. This can lead to isolation and depression, which can lead to cognitive decline.
Listening and comprehending speech requires a lot of brain power, such as working memory. Since the brain is using so much energy to listen, the cognitive resources cannot be used in other areas.

Hearing aid benefits:

Stimulates the brain and transmits information from the ear to the brain.
Encourages those with hearing loss to participate in life again, which will reduce their risks of depression and social isolation.
Lower the cognitive effort that a person may need to listen to someone.
A study showed that elderly adults who used hearing aids had a similar pace in cognitive decline as those with normal hearing.

Benefits of Starkey's Livio AI Hearing Aids

Starkey’s Livio AI uses sensors and artificial intelligence to provide feedback on your cognitive health through the Brain Score feature. The score has three categories: Use Time, Engagement, and Active Listening.

Use Time: This measures the amount of time the hearing aids are worn. This is essential because studies have shown that wearing hearing aids lowers the risks of cognitive decline that is linked to hearing loss.

Engagement: This measures the amount of time that is spent in settings where the user has conversations with other people, and streams phone calls. The majority of people who wear hearing aids claim that it helps them to participate in activities.

Active Listening: This measures the different environments and social situations that are encountered throughout the day. The more variety of environments that you are in, the more developed your brain will be from each environment’s stimulation.

The combined efforts of these goals will lead to a maximum Brain Score of 100. The Thrive Hearing app will keep the Brain Score history in order to show how you have progressed through time.

If you, or a loved one, would be interested in a hearing aid trial of Starkey’s Livio AI, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a consultation.

Pure Sound services will only be available by appointment and for essential visits at this time. Essential visits include all appointments that require repairs, re-fittings and new hearing aid fittings. If you are having any problems with your hearing aids, or need supplies for your hearing aids, please call us before visiting one of our offices.

Product of the Week: Phonak's Audéo B

2/4/2020

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Phonak’s Audéo B can adapt to any situation by adjusting on its own. It features an exclusive operating system, known as AutoSense OS. This innovation senses your environment and will automatically adjust your hearing aid settings to give you an optimal listening experience.

Depending on how often you stream music or other audio, in order to hear and navigate through your daily activities, this rechargeable device features a built-in lithium-ion battery. It can provide up to 24 hours of hearing with a single charge, and gives you up to 80 minutes of wireless streaming.

Phonak’s Audéo B Accessories

ComPilot Air

This accessory wirelessly streams audio.

DECT

This device will automatically stream calls into your hearing aids.

TVLink

You can use this device to turn your hearing aids into wireless headphones.

Enjoy listening to music again

If you have any degree of hearing loss, you may quickly realize that you do not enjoy listening to music the same way you did before. Phonak’s Audéo B provides excellent speech comprehension and quality in speech sounds. It’s been top rated for best quality of sound in music.

Listen effortlessly in any environment

The AutoSense OS adjusts your hearing aids in order to adapt to any surrounding. The sounds occurring around you are analyzed every 0.4 seconds in order to recognize whether you are in your home, a venue, or a car. A number of features are used to produce more than 200 individual settings in order to match your precise sound environment.

Better hearing in common settings

If you need to focus on a single voice in a busy area, the Audéo B can provide 60% more improvement in speech comprehension than those who suffer from hearing loss and do not use hearing aids.

Soft speech sounds are improved by 10% with these devices, and regular speech sounds are improved by 20%.

Compared to previous models, there is a 37% reduction in how much effort you need to put in when listening to a conversation that is happening in a car.

If you, or a loved one, believe it would be beneficial to use Phonak’s Audéo B, contact us for a free hearing test, consultation and trial.

Product of the Week: HANSATON's sound SHD

1/23/2020

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HANSATON's sound SHD is available in three different styles: the sound SHD S312, sound SHD 10, and sound SHD S13.

They each have a stylish design and offer quality, natural sound that can easily adapt to any situation. The AutoSurround SHD and SpeechBeam SHD feature guaranteed exceptional, clarity in speech sounds.

Whether you are interacting with family and friends or listening to live music, sound SHD automatically adjusts to any environment. The sound SHD also has a feature that helps relieve symptoms of tinnitus.

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The sound SHD S312 has a design made for your comfort. It includes a specialized push-button and an easy-to-use battery compartment that makes it effortless to use. It has been proven to be aesthetically pleasing to design lovers.

It has a modern housing design, SHD Technology for spatial hearing, it is IP68-certified - which means it has a plasma-coated shield on the surface that protects the device from outside elements like dirt and moisture.

This hearing aid has a pushbutton feature that allows users to manually switch to a program. There is even a built-in telecoil that improves the quality of sound during a phone call.

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The sound SHD 10 is the latest and smallest model within this family. This hearing aid rests discreetly in your ear canal.

It is also IP68-certified; the plasma-coated surface protects the system from dirt and moisture. The wireless feature provides the ability to hear with each ear, communicate and control the devices with a remote.

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The sound SHD S13 is stylish and powerful. SHD Technology provides better quality in the clarity of sound and speech, which gives you more natural listening experiences.

It is IP68-certified, features a push-button to manually select a program, and an integrated telecoil for better sound quality while having a conversation over the phone.

If you, or a loved one, would be interested in a free hearing aid trial for any of HANSATON's sound SHD styles that were previously mentioned, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a free hearing test and consultation.

Product of the Week: Unitron’s Stride

1/21/2020

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Unitron's Stride hearing aid devices are not only aesthetically pleasing, but they also fit comfortably and feature intuitive controls.

Stride M R

This is the rechargeable style, which can take away the hassle of frequently replace your batteries.

Stride M

This is one of the most powerful hearing aids from Unitron. The latest 312 BTE version features a telecoil.

Stride P

This wireless 13 battery powered BTE is stylish and features dual controls.

Stride P Dura

This stylish hearing device is durable, with moisture resistance.

Remote Plus app

Hearing aid wearers who use the Moxi All hearing devices can use the Remote Plus app, which shares in-the-moment impressions of their hearing aids' performance. The app also allows them to control the volume, adjust the balance of the hearing aid, and switch programs directly from their smartphone.

TV Connector

The TV Connector can automatically shift Moxi All hearing aids to the TV program, and frees the patient from wearing a streamer. Users can experience high-quality stereo sound, directly through their hearing instruments, making the volume level comfortable for everyone. It will work with your laptop, stereo or tablet.

Rechargeable kit

The Moxi All, Moxi Fit or Stride M can conveniently be adapted into a rechargeable form. Users also have the option to switch to zinc-air batteries for uninterrupted listening.

If you believe Unitron's Stride hearing aid would be beneficial for you, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a free hearing test and consultation.

Product of the Week: Phonak CROS B

1/14/2020

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Features of the Phonak CROS B

The Phonak CROS B is a great solution for those who have unilateral hearing loss. It allows users to follow along with conversations, no matter which direction they are coming from.

This device provides one full day of hearing with the option of being rechargeable or battery-powered.

The CROS B lets the user focus on a voice, while blocking out background noise so that you can concentrate on the conversations that matter to you and have an easier time comprehending speech.

The CROS B will stream sounds to your good ear, so that you can understand your travel partner while driving, and give you a better awareness of your surroundings.

This user-friendly device functions by simply switching it on, and allowing you to hear from both sides by using Phonak Belong™ technology. This is the newest generation chip, making it effortless to hear. The CROS B automatically identifies your listening environment and will shift to optimum setting.

The CROS B will help you feel more included during conversations, no matter where you are.

CROS B Models

CROS B-R

This behind-the-ear (BTE) model is a rechargeable solution. For your good ear, this pairs well with the Audéo B-R hearing device.

CROS B-312

This BTE model uses a 312 zinc-air battery. For your good ear, this pairs well with any Belong™ BTE or receiver-in-canal (RIC) model (excludes Audéo B Direct and rechargeable models).

CROS B-13

This BTE model uses a 13 zinc-air battery. For your good ear, this pairs well with almost any type of Belong™ BTE and RIC hearing device (excludes Audéo B Direct and rechargeable models).

CROS B-312 Custom

This custom-molded hearing aid uses a 312 zinc-air battery. For your good ear, this pairs well with any Virto B hearing aid with Binaural VoiceStream Technology™.

CROS B-13 Custom

This custom-molded hearing aid uses a 13 zinc-air battery. For your good ear, this pairs well with any Virto B hearing device that has Binaural Voicestream Technology™.

If you, or a loved one, suffer from unilateral hearing loss, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a free hearing test and consultation.

Product of the Week: Starkey's Halo 2

1/7/2020

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Starkey’s Halo 2 hearing aid device was made for the iPhone®. It features the TruLink® Hearing Control app, and is designed to correspond with your iPhone®, iPad®, iPod Touch® and Apple Watch®. It streams phone calls, music and TV directly into your ears. It also has new processing capabilities that are five times faster, so you’ll be able to hear music with a pure and clear sound quality.

Starkey’s Halo 2 Features

Allows you to hear easily in busy environments. The Acuity™ Directionality is made to improve speech sounds in challenging listening environments, in addition to Speech Shift (an algorithm that lowers frequencies in order to improve high frequency sounds, while retaining quality of sound in order to improve speech understanding).

Phone communication is improved. Users can directly stream phone calls from their iPhone® to their hearing aid device, providing coherent and easy conversations with others.

Intuitive hearing. It features geotagged memories that automatically shifts modes when a user's iPhone’s® GPS recognizes that they are in a tagged location. An example of this would be if a “home” memory is switched on when a user arrives at home.

Personalized hearing. The Personalized Control feature in the TruLink app gives users the ability to make adjustments to SoundSpace and Noise Manager to fit personal hearing needs in various environments.

Buzzing and whistling noises eliminated. The Halo 2 has a best-in-class feedback cancellation system, giving users a relaxed listening experience.

Listening to music. The TruLink app allows users to adjust the music volumes. Hear each note, the way it was intended to be heard.

Customized tinnitus relief. The Advanced Multiflex Tinnitus Technology can be adjusted through the TruLink app. It can relieve the beeping, buzzing, ringing, or whistling noises.

If you, or a loved one would be interested in learning more about Starkey’s Halo 2 hearing aids, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a free hearing test and consultation.

Product of the Week: Rexton's MyCore Sterling 8C CIC / IIC

12/31/2019

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MyCore Sterling 8C is discreet and features leading technology. They are small and available in the CIC (completely-in-the-canal) and IIC (invisible-in-the-canal) styles.

The binaural signal processing gives you an easier experience when listening in loud environments.

There is the option of using a small remote control or the Smart Remote App, which allows you to discreetly control your hearing aids.

Features of MyCore

Binaural Signal Processing
Compatibility with CROS inoX 8C
Controlled with a remote or the Smart Remote App

The following are compatible with MyCore accessories

The Smart Remote App: This free app can be downloaded onto your smartphone and used to control your hearing aids remotely. You do not need a physical remote or any other device.
The Smart Key: This small and discreet remote control is easily accessible with the push of a button. It can be used with MyCore, TruCore and Essential1 products.
CROS inoX 8C: This is an in-the-ear (ITE), wireless CROS solution for those with unilateral hearing loss. It features a permanent wireless sound transmission and utilizes energy-efficient Wireless Sync technology. It can be used with all MyCore Sterling hearing aids that have Wireless Sync but not direct streaming through Bluetooth.

If you, or a loved one, would be interested in a free hearing aid trial for Rexton's MyCore Sterling 8C or choose from a variety of other hearing aid that we have to offer, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a free hearing test and consultation with one of our hearing instrument specialists.

Product of the Week: Rexton's MyCore Stellar RIC 8C

12/19/2019

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Rexton’s MyCore Stellar RIC 8C

The Stellar RIC 8C is a smart, rechargeable hearing aid device that can be used for at least 24 hours. It features audio streaming for hearing aids that have Bluetooth® technology and My Voice, which can improve the sound of your own voice.

Rechargeable Lithium-ion from a Smart Li-ion Power charger

The MyCore Stellar features automatic charging, which will stop when it is completely charged. It will automatically turn on when it is removed from the charger.

Streams directly to your iPhone, TV and more

The MyCore Stellar can connect directly to your iPhone, TV and any other device that is enabled with Bluetooth®.

My Voice

The MyCore Stellar provides the wearer with their own voice impression. The My Voice feature can recognize your unique voice and will process it separately from other voices and sounds.

Features of MyCore

Binaural Signal Processing
Connects easily with smartphones, TV and other devices
Direct Streaming to smartphones
My Voice
Remote controlled with a remote or app

Smart Lithium-ion Power

MyCore Stellar lithium-ion powered hearing aid features an advanced charging process and a lithium-ion power cell. There is no need to change out batteries! Stellar’s Smart Li-ion charger does not have charging contacts, making them easier to charge. A four-hour charge can provide 24 hours of usage.

Learn more about accessories that are compatible with MyCore Stellar here. If you, or a loved one, would be interested in a hearing aid trial please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a consultation.

Product of the Week: Unitron's Moxi

12/17/2019

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Unitron's Moxi Dura. Uses a 13 battery.

Unitron’s Moxi hearing aids are available as a receiver-in-canal (RIC) style, and are designed to address your unique hearing needs.

Moxi All - This hearing aid device will connect directly to your smartphone - it is not exclusively for the iPhone®.

Moxi Now - This is the world’s smallest wireless RIC hearing aid. It uses a 10A battery.

Moxi Fit - This hearing aid received an award for style. It uses a 312 battery, and features a push button and telecoil.

Moxi All R - This hearing aid device is rechargeable and features direct connectivity to any smartphone.

Moxi Kiss - This hearing aid is completely automatic. It uses a 312 battery and has an award-winning style.

Moxi Dura - This reliable and durable hearing aid uses a 13 battery.

Moxi Fit R - This is a rechargeable hearing aid with an award-winning design.

Moxi Hearing Aid Features

All Moxi hearing aids allow you to stream phone calls directly into your ears, giving you a hands-free experience when talking to someone over the phone. Your voice will be received by the hearing aid and sends it to your smartphone.

The rechargeable hearing device option simply requires an overnight charge in order to function throughout your entire day.

This easy-to-use accessory can be wirelessly linked to your TV, allowing you to enjoy high-quality sounds during your favorite shows and movies.

Learn more and get a free trial of Unitron’s Moxi hearing aids, by contacting us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a consultation.

Product of the Week: Phonak’s Audéo™ Marvel

12/10/2019

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Experience Love at First Sound

Phonak’s Audéo™ Marvel hearing aids provide a “love at first sound” experience. It has the latest in hearing aid technology, which links up to your smartphone, TV and most of your other electronic devices.

Audéo™ Marvel Features:

Rich, clear sounds
The ability to better comprehend speech in noisy environments
Connects to smartphone devices, TV and many more of your other devices
Rechargeable
Smartphone apps, including: myPhonal app (monitors your hearing and you can receive remote video support in real-time), myCall-to-text app (provides the ability to read, in real-time, what the person you are having a conversation over the phone is saying), and Remote app (this app allows you to transform your smartphone into an advanced remote control).

Enhance your Audéo™ Marvel hearing aids with Roger Select™ microphones

This is an optional solution that helps provide improvement in comprehending speech while in a noisy environment or if there is a distance between you and the sound source.

If you, or a loved one, would be interested in learning more about Phonak’s Audéo™ Marvel, contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a free hearing test and consultation.

Starkey's Livio AI Hearing Aids Named one of TIME’s best inventions of 2019!

12/5/2019

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Starkey's Livio AI, a multi-purpose hearing aid device, received a spot in the accessibility category. TIME’s list of the 100 Best Inventions is broadly recognized and it is known as a prominent designation for some of the world’s best creations “that are making the world better, smarter and even a bit more fun”.

The Livio AI is the first Heathable hearing aid in the world! It has artificial intelligence (AI) and sensors, which provide the best sound quality in addition to keeping your own personal record of your body and brain health. It oversees your cognitive and physical activity, which include alerts if you fall and transcriptions. The Livio AI increases a hearing aid user’s awareness about the strong link between hearing loss treatment and reducing health risks, such as their decline in cognitive abilities and heart disease.

If you believe that you, or a loved one, can benefit from the Livio AI, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a consultation and risk-free trial.

Product of the Week: Widex SUPER™

12/3/2019

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WIDEX SUPER™ hearing aid provides clarity, power, and comfort. This small device features a receiver-in-the-ear solution that will allow the user to hear clearly. This includes:

The ability to hear someone speaking behind you
Having a conversation in a busy area, like in a restaurant
Weather resistant, so you can enjoy hearing even when you are outside
Small, yet powerful with a long battery life

SUPER™ is a RITE (Receiver-in-the-ear) hearing aid that features great quality of sound. It is made for those who suffer from severe to profound hearing loss.

WIDEX SUPER™ Accessories

Widex’s hearing aid accessories can be customized to your needs.

CALL-DEX: Allows you to discreetly stream conversations directly to your smartphone.

COM-DEX: Provides high-quality sound from any Bluetooth device to the Widex hearing aid.

CROS hearing aid: If you suffer from one-sided hearing loss or single-sided deafness, you can benefit from a CROS hearing aid solution. The CROS hearing aid will re-route the sounds to your deaf side, without forcing you to turn your head in order to hear.

FM + DEX: Pick up signals and stream from an FM receiver, telecoil or line into your Widex hearing aids using the FM + DEX feature.

If you believe that you may benefit from the WIDEX SUPER™, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a free hearing test and consultation.

Pure Sound services will only be available by appointment and for essential visits at this time. Essential visits include all appointments that require repairs, re-fittings and new hearing aid fittings. If you are having any problems with your hearing aids, or need supplies for your hearing aids, please call us before visiting one of our offices.

Product of the Week: ReSound LiNX Quattro™, Chosen as the Number One Hearing Aid by over 700 Hearing Care Professionals

11/26/2019

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ReSound LiNX Quattro ™

The ReSound LiNX Quattro™ has been chosen as the number one hearing aid device by over 700 hearing care professionals. It meets the user’s satisfaction for quality in sound and speech in noise. In an independent study, the LiNX Quattro™ has also been at the top ranking for speech in noise and music streaming through and iPhone, in comparison to other hearing aids.

ReSound LiNX Quattro™ is now the first hearing aid in the world to directly stream audio from Android smartphones utilizing Bluetooth Low Energy. This provides easy streaming for an entire day. This is the first time that hearing aid wearers will be able to save the battery life while streaming music, phone calls, or TV from their Android device to the ReSound LiNX Quattro™ .

ReSound has also created the world’s first Completely-in-Canal (CIC) 2.4 GHz wireless hearing device that features direct streaming to iOS and Android devices. These customized CIC hearing aids features the ability to hear layers of sound, it has excellent speech intelligibility in noisy environments and great connectivity.

If you, or a loved one, would be interested in a free trial of the ReSound LiNX Quattro™ hearing aids, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a free hearing test and consultation.

Product of the Week: Widex EVOKE™

11/19/2019

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Widex EVOKE™ hearing aid can evolve in real-time in order to give wearers an optimum listening experience.

The Widex SoundSense Technology modifies the hearing device each time you use it. In any environment where you are interacting with others, EVOKE™ will immediately adapt to your individual needs and surroundings.

The sounds that you come in contact with are constantly shifting. The EVOKE™ hearing aid device responds to your different surroundings by using the Fluid Sound Analyzer. This technology has the ability to provide more accurate sounds whether you are in a meeting or at a busy restaurant.

You may teach the EVOKE™ how you would like to hear by using the EVOKE™ app. There is a SoundSense Learn feature that provides two different sound profiles for you to select from. You may test the sounds by listening to them as many times as you want, and then choose which sound suits your preferences.

Hear Sounds Naturally

Each sound has its own components. When sounds are more authentic, it makes them easier to hear. EVOKE™ features the most natural sound that can be heard with a hearing aid.

Choose What You Want To Hear

If your environment is too noisy, your hearing aid can separate unnecessary sounds that may distract you from hearing someone speak. In calmer situations, you’ll be able to hear many subtle details.

There is a Fluid Sound Controller feature in the EVOKE™ which sets the optimal sound experience for various surroundings. Adjusting this hearing aid is simple, and it will rapidly adapt to any environment.

The EVOKE™ Will Remember Your Settings

The EVOKE™ features SoundSense Adapt technology, and will remember all changes you make. It will apply them to similar situations - in any new environment.

The Universal program

The Universal program will automatically adjust to your hearing needs and surroundings by utilizing the built-in Fluid Sound Analyzer and Controller.

Check out the hearing aid accessories available for the Widex EVOKE™ here.

If you, or a loved one, would like a free hearing aid trial of the Widex EVOKE™, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a free hearing test and consultation.

Product of the Week: Starkey's Muse iQ

11/12/2019

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Starkey’s Muse iQ allows you to be fully present in the moment, and lets you connect to the important sounds that you may miss.

Features of the Muse iQ

When you need to hear clearly in busy environments, Acuity™ Immersion Directionality, helps with your natural hearing abilities and enhances speech sounds in challenging situations.
The option of rechargeable hearing aids that provide a reliable power source, which assure that the hearing aids are always ready for you to use.
Exceptional wireless streaming that produces a dependable performance wirelessly, as you stream cell phones, TV, music and other forms of media using SurfLink® Mobile 2, SurfLink Mini Mobile and other SurfLink accessories.
The feedback cancellation system stops the buzzing or whistling noises, making your listening experience comfortable for the entire day.
These durable hearing devices feature the Surface™ NanoShield - a water, wax and moisture repellent that protects the device.
Music can be heard with the pure, refined quality of sound.
Tinnitus relief, using the Advanced Multiflex Tinnitus Technology. It customizes the hearing aid to ease tinnitus symptoms.

It is also currently available with the smartest rechargeable solution, which lasts 20 percent longer than other hearing aid devices, are 30 percent smaller and easy to use. This features the industry’s longest lasting charge, so it will always be ready to use.

If you, or a loved one, would be interested in Starkey's Muse iQ , please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a free trial!

Product of the Week: Signia's Silk Nx

11/5/2019

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The Silk Nx is Signia’s smallest, ready-to-wear hearing aids that provide natural sounds.

Maximum discretion

The Silk Nx is 20 percent smaller than the previous version, making them nearly invisible.

Features

The Silk Nx is available in various sizes. The soft silicon sleeves, known as click sleeves, can click onto the Silk hearing aid devices and firmly rest in the ear for a snug fit. With the Silk Nx, users do not need to wait for customized housing.

Color-coded

The hearing aid devices themselves are colored in red (for right) and blue (for left), making them easier to determine which hearing aid should be placed in which ear.

Clear Sounds and a Natural Flow

Whether you are passing through a crowded street, or you’re in a noisy restaurant, it can be difficult to hear clearly when having a conversation.

Signia’s hearing aids translate these sounds, allowing the user to hear them in a more natural way. You can concentrate on the important things, like the speech noise in conversations you’re having with others, and at the same time filter out any distracting background noises.

Remote control

A feature called the touchControl™ App allows users to switch the settings remotely, in order to customize the hearing aids for your comfort level. This app allows users to tailor the volume, bass, or treble to their own needs.

miniPocket™

If you do not have a smartphone, wearers may use the miniPocket™ remote control. This is another discreet and useful way to control the hearing aid devices without a large remote or smartphone. This remote control can be conveniently attached to a key ring.

myHearing App™

The myHearing App™ gives you the support needed to use the Silk Nx. It features listening exercises, a user’s guide, and you can connect to your hearing health care provider from anywhere.

If you, or a loved one, would be interested in a free-trial of Signia’s Silk Nx, please contact us to schedule a consultation with one of our hearing instrument specialists.

Product of the Week: Rexton's MyCore Mosaic P 8C BTE

10/24/2019

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The MyCore Mosaic P 8C BTE by Rexton is a hearing aid device for those who suffer from severe to profound hearing loss.

This comfortable, yet discreet, hearing aid device utilizes direct streaming and features from MyCore.

Direct Streaming

The MyCore Mosaic P 8C BTE, directly connects to the iPhone, television and any other devices that use Bluetooth® through the Smart Transmitter 2.4 and Smart Mic.

My Voice

Enables a hearing aid user’s own natural voice can be heard by them. My Voice recognizes the wearer’s unique voice and will translate it in a distinct way, separating them from the other voices and sounds that are heard.

Optional T-coil

An optional battery door with an integrated t-coil will ensure optimal comprehension in any area that uses a loop system.

Features of MyCore

Binaural Signal Processing
Direct Streaming to smartphones
MyVoice
Optional T-coil
Remote controlled using a remote or an app

Compatible with MyCore Accessories

Smart Direct App - This remote control app is applicable for the Android and iPhone smartphones. They can control volume levels, adjust your microphone, programs, etc.

Smart Transmitter - Sends an audio signal from other devices, like your television, and streams sound directly into your hearing aids.

Smart Mic - This is a small remote control microphone that utilizes Bluetooth® to stream a speaker’s voice into the MyCore devices. Additionally, there is a hands-free operation for any Bluetooth®-enabled devices.

CROS RIC 8C - This is the MyCore CROS solution for wearers who have unilateral hearing loss. It has a strong 312 housing case and is compatible with all MyCore wireless devices. It has a permanent wireless sound transmission, and utilizes energy-efficient, Wireless Sync technology which provides a longer battery life.

If you, or a loved one, would be interested in a free trial of Rexton’s MyCore Mosaic P 8C BTE, contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a consultation.

Product of the Week: HANSATON's sound SHD Stream

10/22/2019

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The sound SHD stream by HANSATON blends binaural hearing abilities with 2.4 GHz technology. Utilizing Bluetooth®-enabled devices allows hearing aid users to communicate in a flexible way.

There are always new devices that we are being introduced to that can be helpful in our daily lives. A hearing aid user’s relationship to their surroundings was seriously taken into consideration when the sound SHD stream was created. One simple push of a button in the hearing system allows users to have a hands-free call, video calls or TV streaming that comes directly from your hearing aids.

The sound SHD stream connects natural hearing

Hands-free calls.
Made for all - may be used with several operating systems that have Bluetooth®- enabled devices.
Stream TV shows directly from the TV, to the hearing system.
Make video calls through the hearing system.
SHD Technology - used for binaural and spatial hearing. This allows users to have a natural hearing experience, while connecting to Bluetooth®- enabled devices.
IP68-certified: Its plasma-coated surface protects the device from dirt, moisture and other debris.
An easy-to-locate pushbutton to quickly accept phone calls.
An excellent battery door design that allows for fast battery changes.

If you would like a free trial of HANSATON’s sound SHD stream, contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a consultation.

Product of the Week: Dream by Widex

10/15/2019

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Widex's Dream Fashion BTE

Widex’s Dream hearing aids are available in CIC (Completely-in-the-Canal), ITE (In-The-Ear), RIC (Receiver-in-Canal), BTE (Behind-the-ear), and RITE (Receiver-in-the-Ear) styles.

Dream CIC Micro

Many hearing aid wearers want a very discreet hearing device. The CIC Micro is one of the smallest CICs available.

Dream CIC

Another discreet option for hearing aid users is the Dream CIC. It’s among one of the smallest devices available.

Dream XP ITE

This hearing device is powerful and has effortless performance.

Dream Passion RIC

This device is one of the smallest BTE hearing aids. It’s practically invisible!

Dream Micro BTE m

This hearing device is very discreet and has style. It is another one of the smallest BTE hearing aids available.

Dream Fusion RIC/RITE

The Fusion model gives wearers a lot of flexibility. It is available with three different receivers, along with a variety of ear-tip and customized options for earmolds. The Fusion is beneficial to a wide range of hearing loss.

Dream Fashion BTE

The Fashion is powerful, yet small and discreet. It uses the latest technology available.

Dream 9 BTE

The Dream 9 model is very useful for FM and telecoil (T-coil) systems. Users can effortlessly change the volume and programs on the hearing device.

Dream Fashion Power BTE

If you have severe hearing loss, the Fashion Power hearing aid is helpful. It also features excellent sound quality.

Hearing Aid Accessories

Widex's Dream hearing aids have many accessory options available to make your life easier. Phone calls, computers, music, and televisions can be directly streamed into the hearing device.

There’s high sound quality for your Bluetooth devices by using COM-DEX. COM-DEX allows you to hear others speaking clearly, even while you’re in a noisy area or at a distance.

It also allows you to control your hearing aid and microphone in a discreet manner by using a free Widex app.

If you, or a loved one, would be interested in the Widex's Dream hearing aid, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a consultation and trial.

Product of the Week: Unitron’s Insera

10/8/2019

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Unitron’s Insera hearing aids are available as in-the-ear (ITE) hearing aid styles. Insera has excellent directional performance in their customized hearing solutions, which makes speech easier to comprehend and surrounding environments sound natural.

Characterize

Unitron uses EarMatch™, a modeling process that analyzes the anatomical makeup of your ear shape using a 3D model. This modeling process enhances the hearing aid device’s directional microphone performance to fit the unique shape of your ear, making it easier to hear an entire conversation.

Recognize

There is a recognition algorithm that identifies ears to analyze their individual details, and then searches through a database to choose an appropriate match.

Customize

The modeling process customizes the beamformer’s calibration to create a directional response that is optimized for every individual ear.

Remote Plus app

Hearing aid users who wear Moxi All hearing aid devices can use the Remote Plus app. This shares in-the-moment responses of their hearing aid performance. The app also allows them to switch programs, control volume and modify the balance of their hearing aids from their smartphones.

Rechargeable Kit

Change any Moxi All, Moxi Fit or Stride M into a rechargeable hearing solution.

With the rechargeable kit, wearers may also use zinc-air batteries to continuous listening.

If you are interested in learning more about Unitron’s Insera, contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a free hearing test, trial and consultation.

Product of the Week: Rexton's MyCore Emerald S 8C RIC

10/1/2019

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Rexton's Emerald S 8C RIC hearing aid is small, but has a powerful performance.

It has the ability to directly stream to your iPhone through Bluetooth®, and can also stream with Bluetooth® enabled phones through the Smart Mic (a small microphone that can be controlled remotely and can stream a speaker’s voice to the MyCore accessories).

MyCore Features

MyVoice
Direct audio streaming to smartphones
Binaural Signal Processing
Connects easily with your smartphones (enabled with Bluetooth®), TV and other devices
Can be remotely controlled with a remote or an app

Compatible with MyCore Accessories

The Smart Direct App is a remote control app that can be used with iPhones and Android smartphones. It controls the volume, programs, microphone pattern adjustments, etc.

The Smart Mic is a remote microphone, which utilizes Bluetooth® to stream a speaker’s voice to the MyCore devices. It also features a hands-free operation for any devices that are enabled with Bluetooth®.

The Smart Transmitter 2.4 is a device that connects to your TV and streams the sound directly into your MyCore hearing aids.

The CROS RIC 8C is a wireless hearing aid for those who suffer from unilateral hearing loss. It has a permanent wireless sound transmission, and uses energy-efficient Wireless Sync technology which lengthens your hearing aids’ battery life.

If you, or a loved one, would be interested in Rexton’s MyCore Emerald S 8C RIC, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a consultation and hearing aid trial.

Product of the Week: HANSATON's AQ SHD

9/24/2019

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The AQ sound SHD (RIC) and AQ jam SHD RS (BTE) are rechargeable hearing aid devices that offer unlimited hearing capabilities with the best quality of sound. It provides coherent recognition of speech and a remarkable spatial experience with hearing.

The impressive lithium-ion batteries are rechargeable, and offer 24 hours of usage when they are fully charged. This includes 80 minutes of streaming wirelessly.

AQ SHD Features:

A modern design with LED pushbutton.
SHD technology for outstanding spatial hearing experience.
IP68 certified: The device has a plasma-coated surface which protects the system from dirt and moisture.
LED pushbutton used for manually programming the selection.
A guarantee of 24 hours of hearing with a maximum charging time of three hours.
Available in eight colors including: Black Edition, White Pearl, Cloudy Grey, Sterling Silver, Space Titan, Carbon Black, Sparkling Bronze, Sandy Beige.

Accessories for HANSATON AQ SHD

Each HANSATON charging system is energy-efficient and fully automatic. These solutions assure hearing aid wearers will always have connections to a reliable system.

Comfort Charger: This is a charging station that doubles as a secure storage unit. It has the option of using a HADEO desiccant capsule to dry the hearing aids when the lid is closed shut. The length of charging time depends on how much power is left in the hearing aids’ batteries. There is a maximum of three hours.
Comfort Power Pack: This device has a built-in, non-removable lithium battery which saves enough power to charge one pair of hearing devices for up to seven times. There is a status indicator located on the back that signifies how much battery life is left in the Power Pack.
Light Charger Base: HANSATON exclusively developed the Light Charger Base, which provides a stable stand for the Light Charger when places on a slick surface. This is a compact charging station and an excellent solution for the workplace.

If you, or a loved one, are interested in any of the rechargeable HANSATON hearing aid devices, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a free hearing test and consultation!

Product of the Week: Unitron's Stride

9/17/2019

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The Unitron Stride features remarkable styles, comfort, and instinctive controls that wearers enjoy.

Stride M R is a rechargeable hearing device that removes the need for frequent battery changes.

Stride M provides the finest power and telecoil in the latest 312 BTE model.

Stride P is wireless, and uses a size 13 battery. The BTE model couples a sleek style with dual controls.

Stride P Dura gives wearers moisture protection and durability, without sacrificing style.

Click here to learn more about Unitron Stride features and accessories like: Remote Plus app, TV Connector, uControl 2.0 app, Rechargeable kit, Remote control 2, IIC remote, uStream, uDirect 3, uMic, uTV 3, and iCube II.

If you, or a loved one, would be interested in Unitron’s Stride hearing aids, contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a free hearing test and consultation from one of our hearing instrument specialists.