Invisible Hearing Aids: The Truth and What People Don’t Tell You
Invisible hearing aids are one of the most talked-about hearing loss solutions today—and for good reason. Their discreet design appeals to many people who want better hearing without drawing attention to their devices. But invisible hearing aids aren’t the right solution for everyone.
Hearing Aid Battery Life: What You Need to Know
One of the most common questions we hear at Now Hear This® is: “How long do hearing aid batteries last?” Battery life is a major factor when choosing hearing aids, and it can vary significantly depending on the manufacturer, technology, and how you use your devices throughout the day. In this article, we’ll walk through…
Bluetooth & Hearing Aids: What You Need to Know
At Now Hear This®, one of the most common topics patients ask about is Bluetooth connectivity in hearing aids. Modern Bluetooth technology allows hearing aids to stream phone calls, music, and TV audio directly from compatible smartphones, tablets, and other devices. Different manufacturers offer different types of connectivity—some, like Phonak, pair directly with most smartphones,…
Signia IX Technology with Dr. Egan
Exploring the New Signia IX Platform: Smarter Hearing for Real Conversations At Now Hear This®️, we love helping our patients stay informed about the latest innovations in hearing technology. Today, we’re taking a closer look at the newest platform from Signia—the IX (Integrated Xperience) line of hearing aids. This exciting technology was designed to help…
Phonak’s New Firmware Update: Infinio Ultra Explained!
Phonak Infinio Ultra: Firmware Update Explained At Now Hear This®, we’re thrilled about Phonak’s latest Infinio update—it’s not a new hearing aid but a firmware upgrade for existing Audéo Infinio and Infinio Sphere models. No need to buy new devices; just update your current ones for better performance. I’m Dr. Shopovick, and I’ll clear up the details. Firmware Over Hardware: What’s New?…
Healthy Hearing, Healthy Aging: Protecting Your Ears for the Future
How Hearing Changes as We Age September is Healthy Aging Month and October is Audiology Awareness Month, which makes it the perfect time to talk about hearing health. I’m Dr. Shopovick, Audiologist and President of Now Hear This® and I want to take a deeper dive into how hearing changes as we grow older, why…
Exploring the Phonak Audeo Infininio 90 Sphere: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Advanced Hearing Aid Features
Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on what goes on behind the scenes when fitting hearing aids—and diving into some of the most impressive features of the Phonak Audeo Infininio 90 Sphere, one of Phonak’s most advanced hearing aid models. Watch the above video or read along on my summary of features.
Keep Your Ears Safe and Sound This Summer: Dr. Shopovick’s Guide to Hearing Protection
Hey there, I’m Dr. Shopovick and I’m the audiologist at Now Hear This® Hearing Aids & Audiology. I wanted to quickly hop on in here and share with you our theme for this summer, which is keeping the ears safe and sound.
So, as we know, summer is the time to be outside, do fun outdoor activities like going to concerts or seeing a firework show. And this just serves as a reminder to make sure you are protecting your ears when you’re doing all of those fun activities because loud noise exposure does affect our inner ear hair cells. And once they become damaged from loud noise, that’s when you can get some hearing loss.
Dr. Shopovick Reviews the New Widex Allure Hearing Aids
At Now Hear This® Audiology, we are pleased to introduce the latest advancement in hearing technology from Widex: the Widex Allure hearing aid. This new device builds on the success of the previous Smart RIC model, offering significant improvements in performance, comfort, and sound quality.
Hearing Loss, Aging & the Social Connection: Reconnecting Through Hearing Health
Staying socially connected is a vital part of living a full and healthy life, and for many, hearing loss can quietly chip away at that connection over time. In this recent patient webinar, Dr. Egan explores the powerful relationship between hearing, aging, and our emotional and cognitive well-being, and shares practical ways to protect your hearing health while staying fully engaged with the people you love.