{"id":2287,"date":"2022-11-18T15:14:43","date_gmt":"2022-11-18T20:14:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hearingsc.com\/?p=2287"},"modified":"2022-11-18T15:14:43","modified_gmt":"2022-11-18T20:14:43","slug":"what-are-the-differences-between-basic-advanced-hearing-aids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hearingsc.com\/what-are-the-differences-between-basic-advanced-hearing-aids\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are the Differences Between Basic & Advanced Hearing Aids?\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hearing aids, like any technology, are rapidly advancing. Some advanced models may boast features you never even thought possible. However, some people aren\u2019t interested in taking advantage of certain features, in which case a basic model may be more appropriate. Below we review the differences between basic and advanced hearing aid types<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Basic Hearing Aids\"Woman<\/h2>\n

Like all hearing aids, basic hearing aids work by amplifying sounds in the environment to a level your ears can easily detect.<\/p>\n

The main difference between basic and advanced hearing aids is that basic hearing aids are operated manually. For example, you\u2019ll need to adjust the volume and switch between programs using small buttons.<\/p>\n

Though most basic hearing aids will offer directional microphones, one set facing in front of you to pick up your conversation partner\u2019s voice and one set that picks up sounds all around you, they won\u2019t offer additional features like speech recognition or noise reduction.<\/p>\n

Some wireless features offered by basic hearing aids include Telecoils, which allow you to connect with telephones and looped spaces such as religious institutions and theaters, as well as FM systems, which are often used in educational settings.<\/p>\n

Advanced Hearing Aids<\/h2>\n

While advanced hearing aids<\/a> provide amplification, they also offer additional features that can boost your hearing and improve your quality of life.<\/p>\n

Advanced hearing aids are more automatic than their basic counterparts. For example, they can remember what settings you prefer in different environments and automatically adjust to that particular program.<\/p>\n

In addition to directional microphones, advanced hearing aids can also enhance speech sounds and reduce distracting background noise, like dishes clanking at Magnolias<\/a> and wind noise on Sullivan\u2019s Island Nature Trail<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Not only are advanced hearing aids compatible with Telecoils and FM systems, they also offer Bluetooth connectivity. That means they can connect to any other device that is Bluetooth-enabled, like your smartphone, tablet, laptop or television, and act as a wireless headset. In addition, because they can connect to your smartphone, many are compatible with an app that works as a remote control for your hearing aids.<\/p>\n

To learn more about the differences between basic and advanced hearing aids or to schedule an appointment with a hearing aid<\/a> expert, call The Hearing & Balance Center<\/span> today.<\/p>\n