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New VA Pilot Program Would Test OTC Hearing Aids for Veterans
A bipartisan House bill would create a VA pilot program to test FDA-cleared OTC hearing aids for eligible veterans with mild-to-moderate hearing loss.
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TriHear ClearTV Series Designed to Simplify TV Streaming for Hearing Aids
TriHear ClearTV TV streamers aim to simplify hearing aid TV audio with an on-device screen, rechargeable design, and broader brand compatibility.
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Can AI Hearing Aids Finally Break Through Background Noise?
Phonak’s new AI technology marks a rare leap forward for speech in noise, but consumers need to consider size, battery life, and fit.
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Audien Hearing Launches Atom Air for $149
Audien launches Atom Air, a $149 OTC hearing aid for first-time users seeking a simple, discreet, app-free option for mild-to-moderate hearing loss.
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GN CEO Peter Karlströmer on GN-Amplifon Deal: “We’re Creating an Even Stronger Company”
GN CEO Peter Karlströmer discusses the Amplifon deal, what it means for ReSound, Beltone, Jabra Enhance, and the future of GN Hearing.
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Widex Launches Allure AI RIC with Clarity Boost and Compass Cloud 2.0
Widex Allure AI RIC adds on-demand Clarity Boost for speech in noise, alongside Compass Cloud 2.0 fitting software for clinicians.
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OTC Hearing Aids Can Help, but Professional Fitting Still Matters, Says JAMA Study
JAMA study finds best-practice hearing aid fittings outperformed OTC-style care, though OTC devices still helped many users with mild-to-moderate hearing loss.
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Sonova Reports Strong FY 2025/26 Growth, Led by Infinio Platform
Sonova reports 5.9% local-currency growth for FY 2025/26, led by hearing instruments, while cochlear implants decline and profitability improves.
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Demant Names Bassel Rifai President of Hearing Aids
Demant appoints Bassel Rifai President of Hearing Aids, allowing CEO Søren Nielsen to focus fully on Group strategy and performance.
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WSA Reports Modest Growth in Q2 2025/26 as Margins Improve and Consumer Channels Outperform
WS Audiology reported 1% organic Q2 growth, stronger consumer-channel sales, improved margins, and maintained its FY 2025/26 outlook.
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SoundGear Teams Up with Realtree to Promote Hearing Protection for Hunters and Outdoor Enthusiasts
SoundGear and Realtree partner to promote hearing protection for hunters and shooters with a special-edition electronic hearing protection product.
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Apple’s Camera-Equipped AirPods Could Open New Possibilities for Hearing Accessibility
Apple is reportedly testing camera-equipped AirPods, a move that could one day support AI lipreading, captions, and hearing accessibility in noise.