Technology Archives | Hearing Like Me

April 9, 2021

Published by Editorial Staff at April 9, 2021

TikTok, Instagram now have auto captions

In a long-awaited move for accessibility, social media platforms TikTok and Instagram now have auto captioning

March 22, 2021

Published by Isabella Candanosa at March 22, 2021

Our experiences with Phonak Roger

Part of what makes Phonak hearing technology unique is the way it uses assistive devices to tackle challenging listening situations. One of these hearing devices is the Phonak Roger system. […]

March 15, 2021

Published by PR Hilton at March 15, 2021

A brief history of hearing aids

When we think of hearing aids today, a certain set of images readily come to mind. Maybe it’s an oversized, beige-colored hearing aid that your grandma wears, or it’s a […]

February 25, 2021

Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at February 25, 2021

Understanding Phonak and Advanced Bionics hearing technology

HearingLikeMe takes a closer look at Phonak and Advanced Bionics technology. The collaboration between these two companies means cutting-edge options.

January 22, 2021

Published by Editorial Staff at January 22, 2021

Watch: How to improve your communication with Phonak Roger

Hearing aid users who have a difficult time conversing in noisy environments could benefit from using a Phonak Roger microphone. That’s the message behind a series of videos produced by […]

December 18, 2020

Published by Editorial Staff at December 18, 2020

Deaf children now have a sound processor especially for them

Choosing cochlear implant for your child can be difficult, but Advanced Bionics and Phonak have developed the world’s first sound processor for children.

November 16, 2020

Published by Pete Fulford at November 16, 2020

myPhonak app lets me pretend I’m an audiologist

The myPhonak app is designed to give Phonak wearers a more enhanced and personalized hearing experience.

October 30, 2020

Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at October 30, 2020

Accessible technology for people with hearing loss

In today’s fast moving world, technology is central in communication, productivity and success. But when it comes to technology and accessibility, it’s not always an even playing field. While there […]

October 14, 2020

College student using the Roger Table Mic II

Published by Madeline Brinkmann at October 14, 2020

How to make your classroom accessible using the Phonak Roger Table Mic II

The Phonak Roger Table Mic II is a great solution for university students to use in classrooms with both lectures and discussions.

October 6, 2020

Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at October 6, 2020

Safe listening and making the most of e-learning

As many schools continue some version of e-learning during COVID-19, what can parents and teachers do to ensure optimal, safe listening?

September 2, 2020

Trond wears hearing aids to help with his tinnitus

Published by Editorial Staff at September 2, 2020

How my Hearing Aids Have Helped my Tinnitus

It was in 2009 that he first heard it. A strong, persistent howl in his ears, but he had no idea where it came from. Could there be anything wrong […]

August 19, 2020

Published by Editorial Staff at August 19, 2020

Phonak’s new hearing aid delivers everything nature offers, and more

Imagine rediscovering the world of sound exactly how nature intended, with the added benefit of the technological advances of the modern world. That’s what Phonak promises to deliver in their […]

August 10, 2020

Why I use hearing technology and sign language

Published by Isabella Candanosa at August 10, 2020

How sign language helped me accept my hearing loss

At the start of my hearing journey, I didn’t know just how much learning a new language could help me grow my confidence. Having always used speech, my family never […]

August 5, 2020

Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at August 5, 2020

YouTube Ends Community Captions

YouTube community caption feature is scheduled to end in September 2020. The deaf community is calling on YouTube to reverse its decision.

July 29, 2020

2020 best gadgets for people with hearing loss

Published by PR Hilton at July 29, 2020

Must-have gadgets for people with hearing loss in 2020

This year has been like no other. Within a matter of a few short months, we’ve seen our lives changed in many ways. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, many of us […]

July 24, 2020

how to prepare for your child's cochlear implant surgery

Published by Beth Leipholtz at July 24, 2020

What to expect for your child’s cochlear implant surgery

What happens on the day of your child's cochlear implant surgery? This is what a typical day looks like on the day of the surgery and recovery after.

July 22, 2020

Published by Peter Stelmacovich at July 22, 2020

What are the best hearing aid microphones for children?

Children with hearing loss, especially, can benefit from remote microphone technologies, as it helps direct sounds directly to their hearing aids. Here's how to choose the best hearing aid microphone for your child.

July 13, 2020

Published by Editorial Staff at July 13, 2020

Hearing Aids vs Cochlear Implants

Finding a solution that works for your specific hearing loss needs is important. Here is what you need to know about hearing aids vs cochlear implants.

June 1, 2020

speech-to-text apps for deaf and hard of hearing people

Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at June 1, 2020

Speech-to-Text apps for the deaf community

Live transcribe, Otter.ai, and Ava are some of the speech-to-text apps that work well for the deaf and hard of hearing community.

April 17, 2020

Published by Jacqueline Drexler at April 17, 2020

How to pair Phonak Marvel hearing aids and amplified stethoscopes

If you are a medical professional living with hearing loss, what do you need to consider when using an amplified stethoscope?