Electronics in the latest medical innovations - Next-generation hearing aids
Next-generation hearing aids Hearing aids are another example of a medical technology that has been around for decades, but continues to be developed and is subject to groundbreaking innovation on a regular basis. Microelectronics look set to play a key role here, as the rise of more discreet, near-invisible earpieces means the components inside these devices must be scaled down further than ever before. Other capabilities that are increasingly being introduced include reduced power consumption, tinnitus masking features , connecting to a smartphone via bluetooth, and even the addition of extra features like answering phone calls and streaming audio directly from TVs. And, whether it’s through an on-board deep neural network or the addition of an extra microphone, recent hearing aid products like the Oticon More and the ReSound ONE continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible by enhancing their user’s hearing experience.
