Amazon Prime Video’s “Dialogue Boost”
Amazon recently released a new AI listening feature for its Prime Video viewers, called Dialog Boost, which lets you increase the volume of dialogue relative to background music and effects, creating a more comfortable and accessible viewing experience.
Small Business Highlight: Junction Coffee
Junction Coffee is a local coffee shop that started from a Double Decker Bus in OKC! They're all about "Great Friends and Great Coffee." Owners, Nick and Lori, travel around OKC in their double decker bus serving delicious drinks and treats and later added a brick and mortar shop on 6th and Broadway. They care about you and the community. Their greatest joy and desire is to get to know you and source as much local stuff as they can get their hands on.
OTC Hearing Aids
In October 2022, the FDA approved two new classes of OTC hearing aids that, unlike prescription hearing aids, are not required to be purchased from a hearing care professional. Read all about OTC hearings aids and how they differ from traditional hearing aids.
You Don’t Have to Go Through Hearing Loss Alone: Resources to Support You on Your Hearing Loss Journey
HearingTracker contributor Carly Sygrove tells about her early experience of hearing loss, resources that have helped her in her hearing journey, and information about helpful blogs, Facebook groups, organizations, and counseling and coaching options.
Small Business Highlight: DNA Galleries
DNA Galleries is an artist made retail shop and contemporary art gallery focusing on Oklahoma artists and makers. Since DNA’s doors opened in 2008, their mission has been to cultivate a business that celebrates, supports, and fosters the creative minds of their community. Every month they host a new art exhibit featuring rising and established local artists. By doing so, they hope to bring awareness and support to the Oklahoma art scene.
Ask the Doctor
Ask the Doctor…Do you have burning questions you’d like Dr. Rachel to answer? Please let us know. Here are a few we get asked frequently, including, what we are looking for when we look in ears, how we test hearing without a soundbooth, how often you should get your hearing checked, and is there a hearing standard.
All Things Custom Earplugs!
One of our favorite made-for-everyone products is custom earplugs. There are many different types made for hearing protection to accommodate different noisy environments, including: concerts, power tool usage, mowing, woodworking equipment, construction work, riding motorcycles or other motorsport vehicles, shooting guns, bartending, to quiet airplane or subway rides, dentist protection from equipment, and more. There are also popular custom earplugs for use other than hearing protection, such as, keeping water out of the ears while swimming or surfing, eliminating the sound of your partner snoring, or industrial communication needs. It’s super important to discuss your needs with your audiologist so they can recommend the product that will fit your needs best.
Small Business Highlight: Elemental Coffee Roasters
Minimalist cafe preparing espresso & craft coffee from beans roasted in-house, plus tea & pastries.
Over-the-Counter Sound Amplifier Reviews
You may not be ready for a traditional hearing aid yet, but there are some good amplifiers out in the market if you're looking for a little hearing boost in specific environments. ASH Audiology has a few we recommend that you can learn about and compare to see if one fits your needs.
Hyperacusis 101
Hyperacusis 101: Learn about what the sound sensitivity hyperacusis is, what can cause it, and what can be done to find relief.
Helpful Talk-to-Text Apps for People with Hearing Loss
Ever wished that a real-life conversation had captions? For some individuals with hearing loss, it can help to rely on your eyes as well as your ears. The following list of apps were designed to transcribe speech, so you can read what is being said out loud on your phone.
Phonak Hearing Aid Maintenance, Connecting to Cell Phones, & Accessory Usage Videos
Learn all about how to maintain your Phonak hearing aids, how to connect them to your iPhone of Android cell phone, and how their accessories help you connect and stream the TV, music, videos, and more through your hearing aids. Step by step instructions and videos included.
Small Business Highlight: Green Bambino
Green Bambino is proud to be Oklahoma City’s full-service baby store, providing parents in our community with the simple, affordable, and responsible resources they need to be more thoughtful in their parenting and family lifestyle. With a selection of products ranging from toys and books to diapers and car seats, Green Bambino has hundreds of fun, functional and earth-friendly products.
Oticon Hearing Aid Maintenance, Connecting to Cell Phones, & Accessory Usage Videos
Learn all about how to maintain your Oticon hearing aids, how to connect them to your iPhone of Android cell phone, and how their accessories help you connect and stream the TV, music, videos, and more through your hearing aids. Step by step instructions and videos included.
Hearing Protection: Power Tools & Woodworking
Not all hearing protection is created equal and certain types of loud sounds require certain types of hearing protection. Learn about the best ways to protect your ears when working with power tools or in the woodshop.
Tinnitus – Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to the most commonly asked questions we receive about tinnitus.
Hearing Protection: Music, Theater, and Performing Arts
How are custom musician’s earplugs different than conventional earplugs? Learn more here.
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