Mar 6, 2013 | Avalon Hearing
To understand the difference between analog and digital hearing aids, it is important to first appreciate the history of analog vs digital, and the alternative ways that they process and amplify sounds. Analog hearing aids came out first, and were the norm in most...
Feb 11, 2013 | Avalon Hearing
An interesting observation that indicates just how important hearing is to living species on the earth is that while scientists have identified various kinds of amphibians, reptiles, mammals, and fishes who are sightless, they have been unable to locate any naturally...
Feb 2, 2013 | Avalon Hearing
Many hearing aid buyers are interested in accessories and options, so in this post we provide some of our recommendations. Some accessories work only with a particular hearing aid model, but these broad recommendations are applicable to nearly every hearing aid user....
Jan 30, 2013 | Avalon Hearing
Rechargeable hearing aid batteries are a great option – in principle. But are they sensible in real life? Early rechargeable hearing aid batteries were so large that they could only be used in over-the-ear type aids; they also took hours to recharge and then...
Jan 1, 2013 | Avalon Hearing
We are often asked about what to do with unwanted, old hearing aids. This query arises more than you might expect for a variety of reasons. The hearing aid may have belonged to a relative who does not need it, or it could be yours and has been replaced by a better one...
Oct 15, 2012 | Avalon Hearing
Open hearing aids are gaining popularity, and Starkey has some of their own. Open hearing aids are often referred to as RIC, or Receiver In the Canal, hearing aids. The open design of the receiver allows for a more natural sound and less opportunity for moisture and...
