Eyra Abraham
and Lisnen break new ground in assistive tech for the hearing impaired
It is a fact that the world is becoming increasing reliant on technology . And it is heartening when individuals use their personal experiences to drive innovation and create solutions that address pressing challenges for everyone . Eyra Abraham , the founder of Lisnen , is one of those persons . She created a revolutionary smart hearing assistant that is changing the way individuals with hearing loss experience the world .
The inspiration behind Lisnen Eyra ' s personal experience with hearing loss played a pivotal role in the creation of Lisnen . She vividly recalls a late-night fire drill in her condo building that she slept through . She removes her uncomfortable hearing aids before going to bed at night and was not aware of what was taking place as she slept . This incident left her pondering on what could be done about the absence of efficient alerting devices for individuals like herself . This incident magnified the fact that challenges faced by people with hearing loss in apartment and condo buildings are real and often overlooked . They rely on landlords , property management and condo boards for these amenities , which are often not provided , and they are therefore left at a disadvantage during emergencies . Eyra shared the story of a Deaf person who , thankfully , was rescued in time by firefighters because the person was unaware that their building was burning . This underscores the pressing need for better accessibility and safety measures for the hard of hearing .
What is Lisnen ? Welcome Lisnen — which is more than just an app . It is a companion and lifeline for those with hearing loss . The app detects crucial environmental sounds in real-time and alerts users through their phone ' s vibration and flashing light . This innovative technology not only benefits individuals with hearing loss but also has broader applications . It can be used by building management after hours , auto mechanics and anyone who needs audio information when they are not physically present in a space . Accessibilty for All 63