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May 25, 2022

Published by Danielle Guth at May 25, 2022

Live captioning coming to Apple devices

The moment many of us have been waiting for is finally here! Apple has released new, innovative accessibility features on a variety of its devices to accommodate multiple disabilities. The […]

April 22, 2022

Published by melaniejayneashford at April 22, 2022

Understanding rechargeable hearing aid batteries

With climate change efforts ramping up across the globe, it’s time to look at the impact our hearing aids have on the environment. Batteries are among the most disposed of […]

April 8, 2022

Published by Melissa Hyder at April 8, 2022

How the myPhonak Junior app empowers my child with hearing loss

The myPhonak Junior app is an amazing way to empower my child with hearing loss to build the needed skills to become a confident, independent, and successful adult.

March 7, 2022

Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at March 7, 2022

Phonak releases new Virto Paradise hearing aids

Phonak’s latest product, the Virto Paradise, is a custom-made hearing device which resembles a modern earbud. This revolutionary in-the-ear aid gives you all the benefits of the Paradise line with […]

February 25, 2022

Published by melaniejayneashford at February 25, 2022

The benefits of cochlear implants for deaf children with autism spectrum disorder

A recent study set out to discover the benefits of cochlear implants for deaf children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The researchers found that restoring hearing through cochlear implants may […]

February 4, 2022

Published by melaniejayneashford at February 4, 2022

Study: BSL users’ experience with hearing aid clinics

There are approximately 151,000 British Sign Language (BSL) users in the UK. How many BSL users also use hearing aids or implants is unknown. A recent study by Manchester University is […]

January 7, 2022

Published by melaniejayneashford at January 7, 2022

How sign language interpretation will change gaming

If you’ve ever wished video games had American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation, it looks like your dreams have finally come true. Forza Horizon 5, a 2021 racing video game developed […]

October 25, 2021

Published by melaniejayneashford at October 25, 2021

Woman uses prize money to create hearing aid accessories, fund technology for those in need

Decorating your hearing aids can be a great way to show off your technology and take pride in your hearing loss journey. One woman, Ruzzelle Gasmen, found that hearing aid accessories […]

September 8, 2021

Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at September 8, 2021

Phonak announces Audéo Life waterproof hearing aids

Phonak announced the latest addition to its Paradise line of hearing aid technology. The Audéo Life is the first rechargeable waterproof hearing aid.

August 23, 2021

Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at August 23, 2021

Phonak introduces the ActiveVent Receiver

Phonak has introduced the world’s first intelligent hearing aid receiver. Called the ActiveVent Receiver, it’s the newest feature of the Phonak Audéo Paradise hearing aid, which gives users with mild-to-moderate […]

July 21, 2021

Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at July 21, 2021

Phone captioning apps for people with hearing loss

We tend to use it for everything except making actual phone calls. Now there are phone captioning apps that allow us to make and receive phone calls.

July 5, 2021

Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at July 5, 2021

Smart glasses for the deaf and hard of hearing

Speech-to-text apps are useful, but they’re not conducive to conversation. Having to look up and down or back and forth at the app and the speaker can be physically exhausting. […]

July 2, 2021

Published by melaniejayneashford at July 2, 2021

How to learn sign language with AI

New and developing technology make it easier to learn sign language. Here are some ways to learn sign language with AI (artificial intelligence).

May 31, 2021

Published by Angie Aspinall at May 31, 2021

Spring weather, allergies, and hearing aid maintenance

The weather and seasonal allergies can affect your hearing. Hearing Like Me takes a look at spring weather, allergies, and hearing aid maintenance.

May 14, 2021

Published by Team Phonak at May 14, 2021

How hearing aids made a difference for Krister Nordin

Krister Nordin, former Swedish football player, didn’t address his hearing issues until after he retired, but once he did, he realized that getting hearing aids made a difference in many […]

May 3, 2021

video conferencing with deaf and hard of hearing

Published by Beth Leipholtz at May 3, 2021

How to be accommodating during video interviews with Deaf/HoH candidates

Setting up an accessible video conferencing with deaf and hard of hearing candidates is easy. Here is how to have a successful video interview.

April 28, 2021

Published by Ashley Derrington at April 28, 2021

How Clubhouse App Lacks Accessibility

Clubhouse is the hot, new up-and-coming social platform to hit the scene, but its audio-based networking has some accessibility issues. Clubhouse is essentially a place where users can create chat […]

April 26, 2021

Published by Team Phonak at April 26, 2021

How hearing aids helped Runar Jenssen graduate

School is hard enough, but when you add hearing loss into the mix, there can be a variety of communication and cognitive issues that arise

April 21, 2021

Published by Team Phonak at April 21, 2021

How Roger technology changed this teacher’s life

Ulrika Magnusson’s life has changed since she started using Roger technology. She’s a better, calmer teacher in the classroom and at home, she says.

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

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