In theaters across the Chicago area, a new technology is making waves. Auracast, a type of Bluetooth, is being installed to help people with hearing aids enjoy performances more clearly. Unlike old systems, Auracast sends sound directly to hearing aids or earbuds without needing to pair devices. Thi
Hearing loss is a common issue as people age, but modern technology is making it easier to address. Bill Schiff-Miller, founder of Akoya, has seen firsthand how hearing technology has evolved over the past 50 years. He believes that hearing aids are just one part of the solution and that people shou
Hearing loss can be a tough challenge, especially for older adults. Kitty Grutzmacher, a retired nurse from Elgin, faced this issue for over a decade. Her hearing aids weren't cutting it anymore. She struggled to hear anything, even in quiet settings. This made her pull back from social activities.
A new feature called Bluetooth Auracast is making waves in the tech world. This isn't just about better sound quality; it's about making life easier for people who have trouble hearing. Auracast lets devices like smartphones, TVs, and public announcement systems send audio to multiple receivers, suc
Are Apple's AirPods Pro 2 the key to unlocking affordable hearing aids for millions of people worldwide? With the announcement of a new software update that will turn the popular earbuds into over-the-counter hearing aids, Apple is poised to revolutionize the way we approach hearing health. But what
At its recent 'Glowtime' event, Apple unveiled a slew of new health monitoring features across their product line. While the integration of health tech is nothing new, Apple has taken it to the next level by providing clinically relevant data and insights that could actually make a difference in pe
Apple recently announced at its event that the new AirPods Pro 2 will soon have over-the-counter hearing aid capabilities. This feature allows users to take a clinical-grade hearing test within their AirPods, which creates an audiogram map of their hearing abilities and activates a 'Hearing Aid' mo
