AI & The Future of Hearing Aid Devices
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing many areas of our lives, and it’s no surprise that hearing aid devices are also taking advantage of this technological leap. Hearing aids have come a long way since the ear trumpet of the 17th century, and the technology continues to evolve.
Currently, AI features have already made their way into the top-of-the-line devices, and that’s only the tip of the iceberg. Machine learning is set to change assistive technology as we know it in design, functionality, and effectiveness.
AI-Powered: The Sound of the Future, Today
Modern hearing aids use AI to improve sound quality. Machine learning allows them to auto-adjust according to the environment, which would otherwise be a manual process. Another area where AI is changing the hearing aid game is sound quality.
Devices are designed to amplify sounds, but unfortunately, they’ve had no way to differentiate between a desired and undesired sound. However, great strides have been made in speech recognition and noise reduction. AI can help filter sounds and identify which ones are required. Wearers can use a smartphone app to “teach” the AI which sounds are important. Over time, it will be able to deliver all the right sounds, providing a smoother listening experience.
Personalized Solutions of Tomorrow
The future of hearing aid technology will allow for higher levels of customization. The more these aids use machine learning, the better tuned they will become to each individual’s needs.
The AI algorithm will also become better at recognizing the importance of certain sounds, such as your family’s voices. These sounds can be prioritized. As a result, you never miss a word of the most important conversations. It also means that when your family member greets you while you’re doing something, your hearing aid won’t let their voice get lost amidst the background noise.
Advances in Assistive Tech
There are benefits beyond improved hearing. The functions of wearable tech like smartwatches may be coming to your audio devices. For example, your hearing aids may be able to monitor your gait and alert you to changes before you have a fall. And if it comes to that, they could even send a distress call to emergency services or your loved ones.
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The next generation of hearing aids may revolutionize the lives of people. The latest technology offers the chance for people who wear them to be more independent. They offer the best supportive features with minimal drawbacks.
Ensure you always have access to the most up-to-date hearing aids with HearWell Services. Our top specialists are experts in matching the device to the person. We consider more than your audio loss level – your lifestyle and budget are important, too. Get in touch to book an assessment or consultation today.