Hearing Health Summer 2015 Issue Summer 2015 | Page 28

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Oticon launched its Alta2 line.

San Antonio, Texas, was this year’s site for AudiologyNOW!, a conference billed as “the largest
gathering of audiologists in the world.” The 6,000-plus attendees also included researchers,
manufacturers, retailers, students, and others interested in hearing health. About 175 companies
presented their latest audiology products and services in the exhibit hall.
The hearing devices on display at the conference showed off rapid technological advances, most
notably the improvement of sound processing power that doesn’t add bulk or drain battery
life, and the ability to better discern speech in noise. Manufacturers are also using technology
to help manage tinnitus through integrated sound therapy programs, and to provide wireless
connectivity through Bluetooth and smartphone apps.

HEARING AIDS AND ACCESSORIES
Audifon Power BTE
Audifon’s new Power behind-the-ear (BT