Phonak Audiology Blog – Phonak Pro – life is on https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/ The Phonak Audiology Blog presents audiological topics, research and hearing technology updates from experts at Phonak and across the hearing industry. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:45:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/cropped-cropped-favicon-1-100x100.png Phonak Audiology Blog – Phonak Pro – life is on https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/ 32 32 What do the 2026 WHO dementia guidelines mean for hearing care professionals? https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/what-do-the-2026-who-dementia-guidelines-mean-for-hearing-care-professionals/ Mon, 07 Sep 2026 08:14:36 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838240 The latest recommendations from the World Health Organization reinforce a broader, person-centered approach to hearing care. Phonak's framework for holistic hearing care reflects this progression from hearing outcomes to broader well-being and quality of life.

The post What do the 2026 WHO dementia guidelines mean for hearing care professionals? appeared first on Phonak Audiology Blog - Phonak Pro - life is on.

]]> WindBlock 2.0: Comfort and clarity outdoors https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/windblock-2-0-comfort-and-clarity-outdoors/ Tue, 01 Sep 2026 07:02:02 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838225 Phonak EON introduces WindBlock 2.0, a wind noise cancellation algorithm that goes beyond suppression to actively preserve speech when wind noise is present. It operates automatically across performance levels, helping support communication in everyday outdoor environments.

The post WindBlock 2.0: Comfort and clarity outdoors appeared first on Phonak Audiology Blog - Phonak Pro - life is on.

]]> Phonak EON: Three advances shaping the next generation of hearing technology https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/phonak-eon-three-advances-shaping-the-next-generation-of-hearing-technology/ Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:12:59 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838167 EON brings advanced signal processing, a more efficient HYPERSONIC™ chip and broader connectivity into a smaller RIC design for comfortable everyday wear.

The post Phonak EON: Three advances shaping the next generation of hearing technology appeared first on Phonak Audiology Blog - Phonak Pro - life is on.

]]> New research explores DNN denoising and Mandarin tone perception https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/new-research-explores-dnn-denoising-and-mandarin-tone-perception/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:18:27 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838139 A new study from PARC Shanghai, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, and Sonova researchers in Switzerland explores whether DNN denoising can preserve Mandarin lexical tone perception in noise.

The post New research explores DNN denoising and Mandarin tone perception appeared first on Phonak Audiology Blog - Phonak Pro - life is on.

]]> Mild hearing loss and speech: What new research reveals https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/supporting-speech-development-in-children-with-mild-hearing-loss/ Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:49:45 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838113 New findings suggest that children with mild bilateral hearing loss may continue to experience speech production difficulties even when hearing aids are fitted early, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring throughout the preschool years.

The post Mild hearing loss and speech: What new research reveals appeared first on Phonak Audiology Blog - Phonak Pro - life is on.

]]> A wish list for the first audiologist appointment https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/a-wish-list-for-the-first-audiologist-appointment/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:12:02 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838083 It’s not easy to walk through the clinic door for that first appointment. As a hearing care professional, you can ease the journey by following these tips.

The post A wish list for the first audiologist appointment appeared first on Phonak Audiology Blog - Phonak Pro - life is on.

]]> Proper hearing loss language may drive better outcomes https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/proper-hearing-loss-language-may-drive-better-outcomes-2/ Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:26:50 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838092 Using person-centered language that acknowledges your patient’s struggles but also conveys respect is a good first step towards making the idea of wearing hearing devices more palatable.

The post Proper hearing loss language may drive better outcomes appeared first on Phonak Audiology Blog - Phonak Pro - life is on.

]]> New evidence on Roger™ technology for adults https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/new-evidence-on-roger-technology-for-adults/ Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:44:28 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838057 Adults with hearing loss often struggle to understand speech when conversations take place at a distance or in noisy environments, even with well-fitted hearing aids. A recent study investigated whether Roger technology can help overcome these everyday listening challenges.

The post New evidence on Roger™ technology for adults appeared first on Phonak Audiology Blog - Phonak Pro - life is on.

]]> How much space will AI take up in the hearing care professional’s toolbox? https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/how-much-space-will-ai-take-up-in-the-hearing-care-professionals-toolbox/ Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:42:57 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838047 Audiology has always evolved. As AI enters hearing care, the question is how we shape its role in clinical practice.

The post How much space will AI take up in the hearing care professional’s toolbox? appeared first on Phonak Audiology Blog - Phonak Pro - life is on.

]]> Spheric Speech Clarity can help adolescents hear in the real world https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/spheric-speech-clarity-can-help-adolescents-hear-in-the-real-world/ Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:07:07 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838014 In a real-world study, most adolescents preferred Spheric Speech Clarity in noisy environments where sounds changed quickly and speech came from different directions. Self-reported listening effort was also reduced by 15% compared to a traditional directional noise management system.

The post Spheric Speech Clarity can help adolescents hear in the real world appeared first on Phonak Audiology Blog - Phonak Pro - life is on.

]]>