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Audiologist's Review of Resound Vivia: By Dr. Cliff

Dr. Cliff provides a comprehensive review of ReSound Vivia hearing aids, highlighting their AI features, connectivity options, and performance limitations in noisy environments.

Apple AirPods Pro 2: A Detailed OTC Hearing Aid Review

Dr. Cliff Olson evaluates AirPods Pro 2 as OTC hearing aids, finding them beneficial when professionally customized despite limitations.

Starkey Edge AI: Dr. Cliff's Review

Dr. Cliff reviews Starkey Edge AI hearing aids, highlighting Deep Neural Network technology, extended battery life, and Auracast connectivity.

The Best Affordable Hearing Aids: An Audiologist's Take

Audiologist Dr. Cliff Olson recommends four affordable hearing aids that balance cost and performance while emphasizing the importance of proper professional fitting.

Best Hearing Aids of 2025: A Doctor's Opinion

Dr. Cook reviews 2025's top hearing aids: Phonak Sphere Infinio, Starkey Edge AI, Signia IX, Oticon Intent, and Widex Moment SmartRIC.

Intent vs Edge AI Hearing Aids Comparison by Dr. Cliff

Dr. Cliff compares Oticon Intent and Starkey Edge AI hearing aids across form factors, battery life, durability, sound processing, and connectivity.

The 7 Best Hearing Aid Features of 2025, According to Dr. Cliff

Dr. Cliff highlights 2025's top hearing aid features: equalizers, Bluetooth, AI neural networks, auto-adjustment, rechargeability, feedback control, and custom earmolds.

Are Audiologists Better Than Hearing Instrument Specialists?

Quality hearing care depends on following Best Practices rather than credentials, including comprehensive testing, Real Ear Measurements, and validation measures.

Lexie B2 Plus: Dr. Cliff's Full Review

Dr. Cliff tests the Lexie B2 Plus hearing aids, analyzing their technical capabilities, comfort issues, and real-world performance to help consumers make informed buying decisions.

Dr. Cliff's Review of the Widex SmartRIC Hearing Aids

An in-depth analysis of the new Widex Moment SmartRIC hearing aids, exploring their physical redesign, enhanced microphone performance, and connectivity features for potential users.

Why Your Hearing Aids Are Whistling: From Dr. Cliff

A comprehensive guide to understanding hearing aid feedback, exploring common causes of whistling sounds, solutions for different device styles, and practical tips to keep your aids working properly.

Phonak Infinio vs Oticon Intent: A Dr. Cliff Review

Dr. Cliff compares two leading premium hearing aids, examining the unique features, innovative technology, and key performance differences between the Phonak Infinio and Oticon Intent platforms.

Dr. Cliff's Review of Phonak Sphere Infinio

I've had a chance to check them out and I'm truly impressed by the Phonak Audeo Sphere Infinio hearing aids. Their performance in background noise is exceptional, possibly the best I've ever encountered.

Dr. Cliff's Best Bluetooth Hearing Aids of 2024

Check out my comprehensive hearing aid review videos for a thorough understanding of each device's capabilities and suitability for individual preferences and requirements.

ReSound Nexia Hearing Aid: Dr. Cliff’s Review

ReSound offers the Nexia in three styles: the Rechargeable microRIE, the Classic RIE 61, and the Classic RIE 62. There's great news for those with single-sided deafness too! The Nexia platform includes a new CROS transmitter, a first for ReSound, capable of both CROS and BiCROS functions. This rechargeable transmitter resembles the microRIE and is compatible with disposable battery models as well.

Dr. Cliff's Best Receiver-in-Canal Hearing Aids of 2024

Dr. Cliff Olson, doctor of audiology and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions, discusses the best receiver-in-canal (RIC) hearing aids of 2024, featuring his top five picks.

Hearing Aids May Slow Cognitive Decline in High-Risk Individuals

As a species we’re getting older in terms of average age, and the number of individuals living with cognitive impairment is on the rise. With this trend the need for safe and cost-effective interventions to prevent or slow age-related cognitive decline becomes even more pressing.

Dr. Cliff's Review of Starkey Genesis AI Hearing Aids

Designed from the inside out, the new Genesis AI family is the product of years of meticulous research and development at Starkey. These new hearing aids offers an all-new processor, sound experience, design, fitting software, and user app, making it a game-changer in the hearing industry.

Phonak Slim: Dr. Cliff's Audiologist's Review

Phonak, a global leader in hearing solutions, has recently unveiled the Slim Lumity, a sleek and modern hearing aid that promises to revolutionize the way we think about hearing technology. As an Audiologist, I'm always on the lookout for advancements that can significantly improve the lives of my patients.

AirPods Pro 2 as Hearing Aids? An Audiologist's Review

Apple's AirPods Pro 2, while not marketed as hearing aids, do come with features like Live Listen and Conversation Boost that can enhance hearing abilities, particularly in noisy environments. But can they truly replace hearing aids for those with hearing loss? Let's dive in.

Resound Omnia miniRIE - Dr. Cliff's Review

Many people prefer smaller hearing aids for their comfort and discretion, but unfortunately these smaller devices often come with a sacrifice in features. However, the Resound Omnia miniRIE is a game-changer in this regard.

Audiologist's Review of the Soundwave Sontro OTC Hearing Aid

It’s official, OTC hearing aids are finally here! One of the first options to hit the market are the Sontro hearing aids They are produced by a company called Soundwave, which is based out of Oak Brook, Illinois.