Dynamic FM technology “significantly improves” speech recognition in noise for hearing instrument users
Murten, Switzerland, July, 2010
Phonak’s adaptive Dynamic FM systems improve the speech in noise performance of hearing instrument users by up to 50 percentage points more than traditional fixed FM systems, according to the findings of a new study by Dr. Linda Thibodeau of the University of Dallas and the Callier Center for Communication Disorders.
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Phonak kicks off new era in classroom amplification with launch of Dynamic SoundField
Murten, Switzerland, July 14, 2010
Phonak today launches Dynamic SoundField, a new classroom amplification system
that dramatically improves how well every student can hear and understand their
teacher in class.
Phonak’s Dynamic SoundField is the world’s first soundfield system to offer industry-leading
sound quality, intelligent automated settings and a transmission mode to suit every student
listener.
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Vuvuzela-proof hearing protection
Stäfa, Switzerland, June 29th 2010
Phonak hearing protection created to tune out drone of vuvuzela.
As part of its Hear the World initiative, the experts at leading hearing aid manufacturer Phonak helped start the debate about the risk of hearing damage from the vuvuzela when they conducted sound measurements, which found that it reached an ear splitting 127 decibels (dB) - louder than a lawnmower (90 dB) and a chainsaw (100 dB). And now they have taken things a step further. more
World Cup fans warned about risk of hearing damage from Vuvuzela
Stäfa, Switzerland, June 7th 2010
New study shows risk of of loud fan instruments
South African football fans’ instrument of choice, the vuvuzela horn, has already caused controversy ahead of the World Cup with authorities concerned that their excessive volume could prevent people from hearing announcements should a stadium need to be evacuated. Now, new tests have shown that the instrument is so loud, they pose a more immediate health risk to fans and players.
“A Sound Foundation through Early Amplification” early bird rate until June 30, 2010
Stäfa, Switzerland, Mai 26th 2010
International pediatric conference to take place in Chicago on November 8-10, 2010
The 5th International Conference “A Sound Foundation through Early Amplification“ will be held in Chicago on November 8-10, 2010. Sponsored by Phonak, the leading manufacturer of innovative hearing systems, the conference is chaired by Prof. Richard Seewald and Prof. John Bamford. Speakers from among the world’s most distinguished pediatric audiological experts ensure that the conference offers an interesting mix of latest research insights and topics of clinical relevance.
Educate yourself - free access to expert knowledge
Stäfa, Switzerland, 3 Mai 2010
Participate live in the 4th Virtual Audiology Conference of Phonak on June 28th / 29th 2010
On June 28th and 29th, 2010, Phonak will host its 4th Virtual Audiology Conference with the world’s most renowned experts such as Dr. Jace Wolfe, Dr. Kevin Munro, Dr. David McAlpine and Dr. Anne Marie Tharpe. Besides audiology lectures the virtual conference offers the opportunity to exchange opinions with other professionals in the chat room during and after live-online-meetings. more
All price categories and form factors now with innovative SoundRecover technology
San Diego, California / Stäfa, Switzerland, 14 April 2010
Instant-fit Audéo ZIP sets new standards in CIC segment – Certéna Art and Versáta Art bring the benefits of SoundRecover to all price classes.
Innovation leader Phonak presents a new generation of hearing aids at this year’s edition of the annual convention of the American Academy of Audiology. The revolutionary SoundRecover technology is now featured in new Phonak models such as Audéo ZIP, an instant-fit CIC hearing solution. Certéna Art and Versátan Art bring the benefits of SoundRecover also to budget-conscious and active customers. The new Phonak product range is designed to perfectly match the needs of every client regardless of type of hearing loss, lifestyle, age or budget. more
In the ear in an instant: Audéo ZIP
San Diego, California / Stäfa, Switzerland, 14 April 2010
A new addition to the award-winning product family. Instant-fit high-tech CIC solution promises immediate customer satisfaction
The latest addition to the successful Audéo product family by innovation leader Phonak, Audéo ZIP is a visually appealing yet discreet in-the-ear solution based on the proven CORE (Communication Optimized Real-audio Engine) platform. This new generation of instant-fit hearing aids is suitable for an outstanding 87 percent of ears and offers an ideal solution for first time users with mild to moderate hearing loss. Audéo ZIP is available in three attractive skin color tones and at three price levels from 19 April 2010. more
Excellent hearing in great design: Phonak succeeds with Audéo MINI at red dot product design award 2010
19.03.2010, Stäfa, Switzerland
Smallest Behind-the-ear hearing device awarded for outstanding quality of design
Phonak, the leading manufacturer of innovative hearing systems, strongly focuses on functionality, quality and design in its product development. This approach has been recognized at this year’s red dot product design awards: The Swiss manufacturer has been awarded with the “red dot” for its quality of design and the high innovation degree in the Audéo MINI hearing system. more
Phonak asks young FM users to tell their story on YouTube
Murten, Switzerland, February 2010
Phonak, leading hearing systems manufacturer, has launched a new YouTube contest – named ‘My Phonak FM & Me’ – in order to track down the most inspiring young users of FM technology. more
Phonak parent company Sonova acquires InSound Medical Inc. and adds a revolutionary new hearing system to its portfolio
Acquisition targets a customer group that might not purchase “conventional” hearing systems.
Read more about this topic on www.sonova.com
Excellent hearing in great design: Phonak succeeds at iF design awards 2010
2.12.2009, Stäfa, Switzerland
Audéo MINI, Audéo SMART and mobile phone link Click’nTalk awarded with iF product design award
Phonak, the leading manufacturer of innovative hearing systems, strongly focuses on functionality, quality and design in its product development. This focus has been broadly acknowledged: The new hearing aid Audéo MINI and Audéo SMART as well as the innovative mobile phone link Click’nTalk have been awarded with the iF product design awards 2010 in the category „Medicine/ Health + Care“. The jury was especially impressed by the high degree of innovation and the design quality of the Phonak products. more
Phonak successfully hosts Hearing Care for Adults 2009 conference
25.11.2009, Chicago, USA / Stäfa, Switzerland
Leading experts in aging and audiology provide insights to clinicians in Chicago
Phonak, the leading manufacturer of innovative hearing solutions, presented the second edition of the Hearing Care for Adults Conference, focusing on the special needs of the older population. The conference brought together leading experts in aging and audiology from around the world and more than 250 clinicians who work everyday with older people with hearing loss for an opportunity to share experiences and discuss the latest research and trends in hearing care for older people. more
Phonak presents Audéo MINI - the world’s smallest behind-the-ear hearing system
01.10.2009, Stäfa, Switzerland
A Phonak is for everyone: Extended CORE portfolio with new Audéo and Milo product families
Phonak, leading manufacturer of innovative hearing solutions, extends its CORE-based product portfolio with the Audéo and Milo product families. The new CRT models Audéo MINI and Audéo SMART set new standards in size, sound quality and flexibility. With Milo and Milo Plus, the technology leader introduces the first basic segment products integrating CORE functionalities. more
Phonak significantly extends service and product portfolio
01.10.2009, Stäfa, Switzerland
New website, technological novelties and new services underline Phonak’s innovation leadership
Phonak strengthens its position as innovation leader in the hearing system industry. It is Phonak’s mission to improve quality of life through client-oriented services as well as technological innovation for hearing system users. This mission is reflected in all activities, ranging from the relaunch of the corporate website, the introduction of new state-of-the art products to new partner offerings. more
Phonak launches new websites for partners and end users
01.10.2009, Stäfa, Switzerland
Information directed to specific audiences and new services facilitate easy navigation
Launching two new websites, Phonak addresses the different needs of its target groups. For hearing care professionals the company provides specific information about its hearing systems and their fitting on the website www.phonakpro.com. People who wear or are interested in hearing systems can find information about hearing and hearing loss as well as hearing systems and how to use them at www.phonak.com.
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A Phonak FM bridges the gap - Dynamic FM for optimized understanding even in difficult situations
01.10.2009, Murten, Switzerland
Based on the Dynamic FM platform, Phonak offers a new range of FM products that are designed to help adults and teenagers hear and communicate more effectively in noise. The SmartLink+, ZoomLink+ and EasyLink+ complete Phonak’s revolutionary family of Dynamic FM transmitters and allow for category-leading sound performance whether at home, outside, in the car or when using multimedia technology. With DynaMic, a passaround microphone for inspiro, Phonak expands its MultiTalker Network to give students with hearing loss a direct link to every speaker in class. With the introduction of MyLink+, Dynamic FM sound performance is now available to everyone, whatever their budget. more
Phonak Promotion with Disney.Pixar’s ‘UP’ Lifts Off
03.08.2009, Stäfa, Switzerland
Phonak, the world’s leading manufacturer of hearing systems, today announced that it is working with Disney.Pixar’s UP for an international retail promotion in France, Switzerland, Austria, the Netherlands, Poland, India, Australia, and New Zealand. more
A Phonak for Everyone: Complete product portfolio based on the CORE platform for any type of hearing loss and any lifestyle
01.04.2009, Stäfa, Switzerland
Greatest choice of Phonak models to fit individual user needs in terms of hearing, personal preference and budget: Based on the innovative CORE platform, Phonak presents today a complete range of hearing systems and accessories that fit any user’s individual needs. The different models in the standard, advanced and premium categories ensure that every client finds the ideal hearing system regardless of type of hearing loss, lifestyle, personal taste, age or budget. “We are proud to present a complete product portfolio based on the CORE platform that makes sure that there is a Phonak for everyone,” says Valentin Chapero, CEO of Phonak. “Our new products include the latest innovations for optimized hearing for each type of hearing loss and are intuitive in use. Our revolutionary SoundRecover technology is now available with almost all products for every budget.” more
Phonak sets new standards with premium models Exélia Art, Audéo Yes IX and Naída IX
01.04.2009, Stäfa, Switzerland
With its new premium product offering, Phonak introduces an unrivalled series of innovations: The new products redefine excellence in terms of performance and connectivity. The extensive product offering comprises the award winning Audéo Yes design, a great choice of high performance Exélia Art models and the first ever premium high power hearing solution Naída IX. All new premium products feature the revolutionary SoundRecover and ZoomControl technology and offer extended connectivity. The complete range of product models and accessories ensure satisfaction for those clients who will only accept the best available. more
A Phonak for Every Child: Complete product portfolio for all ages and degrees of hearing loss
01.04.2009, Stäfa, Switzerland
Greatest choice of Phonak models to support children in realizing their full potential: Phonak offers a complete junior product portfolio that enables children of all ages and with all degrees of hearing loss to realize their full potential and to prepare for a successful future. The junior hearing instruments are designed to meet the needs and lifestyle of children: they sit snugly behind young ears and are built to be safe, durable and simple to operate. With Nios micro, Phonak presents its most comprehensive and technologically advanced pediatric solution for children with mild to moderately-severe hearing loss. The junior product family includes state-of-the-art technologies such as SoundRecover, WhistleBlock, Dynamic FM, CableFree fitting and iPFG Junior fitting mode adapted to the specific needs of children. more
Unlimited connectivity for easy access to the modern communication world
01.04.2009, Stäfa, Switzerland
New Phonak solutions offer intuitive wireless connectivity with mobile phones, TV, MP3 players or computers: Phonak introduces a new range of solutions for unlimited access to the ever-expanding world of communication. The latest wireless technology and an intuitive interface ensure seamless connectivity for Phonak CORE product users. Click’nTalk allows for an enhanced mobile phone experience without any need for programming, the iCom TV package directly connects the TV via Bluetooth with the hearing instruments. more
A Phonak FM bridges the gap – Dynamic FM for optimized understanding even in difficult situations
01.04.2009, Murten, Switzerland
Based on the Dynamic FM platform, Phonak offers a new range of FM products that are designed to help adults and teenagers hear and communicate more effectively in noise. The SmartLink+, ZoomLink+ and EasyLink+ complete Phonak’s revolutionary family of Dynamic FM transmitters and allow for category-leading sound performance whether at home, outside, in the car or when using multimedia technology. With DynaMic, a passaround microphone for inspiro, Phonak expands its MultiTalker Network and gives students with hearing loss a direct link to every speaker in class. more
Enjoy the full sound spectrum with Audéo YES
20.01.2009, Stäfa
The latest addition to the CORE Collection uses SoundRecover technology to expand audibility and improve speech comprehension. Phonak, the world’s leading manufacturer of innovative hearing solutions, is introducing Audéo YES, the world’s smallest completely wireless hearing system which makes high frequencies audible again. more
APD test battery to receive boost with launch of revolutionary new LiSN-S test
20.11.2008, Murten, Switzerland
Audiologists can look forward to reinvigorating their APD test batteries this Northern Spring when Phonak will launch a revolutionary new spatial-information diagnostic system called the ‘Listening in Spatialized Noise – Sentences Test’, or LiSN-S. more
Small system, big results: the new Power CIC from Phonak
15.10.2008, Stäfa
With the new Power “Completely-in-the-Canal” (CIC) hearing system, Phonak introduces an incredibly small in-the-ear solution designed specifically for people with severe hearing loss. The new hearing system which is available for the Exélia, Versáta, and Certéna product families provides amplification of up to 65 dB (real-ear gain) and a fitting range that is 15-20 dB higher than that of a standard CIC. Particularly in the frequency range between 100 Hz and 1 kHz, the Power CIC hearing system provides a performance spectrum that is up to 25 dB higher than that of comparable products. more
Phonak optimizes the “Junior Mode” for perfect pediatric fitting
15.10.2008, Stäfa
The version 2.2 of the iPFG fitting software from Phonak provides new informative tools for parents and caregivers. The Junior Reports provide important background information for better understanding of the child’s hearing loss and the use of the hearing system. The new Junior Reports are part of the Junior Fitting Mode in the iPFG software. The Junior Mode offers, with a simple mouse-click, appropriate pediatric default settings which make the fitting of hearing systems to children more precise and efficient. more
Phonak presents iSense - a wireless communication system with Dynamic FM technology for users who do not need hearing instruments
15.10.2008, Stäfa
iSense, the new wireless communication system, optimizes speech comprehension in noisy environments. The system was designed specifically for people who do not require hearing instruments but experience speech comprehension problems, particularly in noisy environments. With its Dynamic FM technology, iSense provides excellent sound quality and is extremely user-friendly. iSense automatically adjusts the volume in noisy environments, thus ensuring optimum hearing performance and unparalleled user comfort. more
Phonak Audéo earphones: Hours of musical enjoyment in total comfort
15.10.2008, Stäfa
Phonak introduces high-quality Audéo Perfect Fit Earphones to the market. The stylish earphones utilize the expertise of Phonak in hearing system development to provide excellent sound quality and ultimate comfort for hours of listening enjoyment. more
Hearing solutions for every need: Versáta and Certéna complete the CORE Collection from Phonak
15.10.2008, Stäfa
At the EUHA Congress in Leipzig, Phonak introduces Certéna and Versáta, two new product families based on the proven CORE platform. Together with the already available hearing systems Exélia and Naída, these new product families form a unique product collection to meet every client need, accommodating all levels of hearing loss, personal preferences and lifestyle. more
“A Sound Foundation through Early Amplification” early bird rate until June 30, 2010
Stäfa, Switzerland, Mai 26th 2010
International pediatric conference to take place in Chicago on November 8-10, 2010
The 5th International Conference “A Sound Foundation through Early Amplification“ will be held in Chicago on November 8-10, 2010. Sponsored by Phonak, the leading manufacturer of innovative hearing systems, the conference is chaired by Prof. Richard Seewald and Prof. John Bamford. Speakers from among the world’s most distinguished pediatric audiological experts ensure that the conference offers an interesting mix of latest research insights and topics of clinical relevance.
