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New from Starkey: hearing aids that feature Sweep Technology! We were excited to learn about this innovative new feature that will be found on the new Starkey S Series behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aids. With Sweep Technology, instead of all of the traditional buttons found on hearing aids, there’s a touch surface that lets users adjust the volume and change settings just by sweeping or touching it with a finger.

Sweep Technology is very different and very innovative for hearing aids. Since there are no openings around the volume control wheel, it is impossible for moisture and dirt to get into the hearing aid. Plus, there is no mechanical movement required for activation — there is just a single seamless control on the sweep surface where users can have full access to changing memory, volume and standby controls. For example, when a user sweeps their finger up, the volume is raised. When they sweep down, the volume is lowered.

Starkey assures that even patients with limited dexterity will be able to easily change settings on hearing aids using Sweep Technology. For many wearers of hearing aids, changing the settings may be very difficult to do. That’s why Starkey spent three years researching and developing a way to incorporate advanced touch surface technology into a hearing aid. The company says their research has paid off — according to the company president, patients in their clinical trials have “overwhelmingly preferred Sweep Technology to traditional controls.”

Starkey Hearing Aids: Dallas, Houston and Austin

These new Starkey hearing aids are definitely an exciting new innovation in hearing technology, and their ease of use will no doubt make wearing and using hearing aids much simpler. Additionally, they deliver comfortable, high-resolution sound. If you have questions about Starkey hearing aids and are in Dallas, Houston or Austin, feel free to contact one of our Hearing Aid Express stores for more information.

We recently came across a helpful article about hearing loss. Published in Frost Illustrated, the article reminded us of the all-important truth that summer noises can lead to permanent hearing loss. When we typically think of summer, we look forward to warm weather, sunshine and maybe even trips to the park or beach with family. But what’s often forgotten is the many loud noises that come along with summer that can actually cause permanent hearing loss.

The article points out that noises louder than 80 decibels such as lawn mowers and fire crackers are loud enough to cause permanent hearing loss, so you should wear ear plugs or another type of hearing protection. Really, noise from fireworks, marching bands, lawn mowers and traffic can get between 90 and 140 decibels, according to an assistant audiology professor quoted in the story.

The assistant professor went on to say that when people ride bikes, they wear helmets to protect themselves. So when we go to places with loud noises, we should take the same care to protect ourselves by wearing ear plugs or another kind of hearing protection. “Once your hearing is gone, it is gone forever,” he said.

The article also mentions something we’ve talked about here many times before: hearing loss in young people as a result of listening to music too loudly on MP3 players. More and more  young people are experiencing hearing loss because of this.

Hearing Loss Help at Hearing Aid Express

If you’re experiencing hearing loss, it may be time to look into the option of getting hearing aids. At Hearing Aid Express, we proudly carry a variety of models from several different brands such as Unitron, Starkey and ReSound. Stop by one of our convenient locations in Austin, Houston or Dallas to find out more information about hearing aids, or feel free to contact us.

Starkey hearing aids are all about better life through better hearing. A “worry-free warranty” is included with Starkey hearing aids, along with a commitment to superior customer service. The philosophy behind Starkey hearing aids is that the full potential of every hearing aid for every hearing aid wearer can be unlocked by customer education and training. Starkey hearing aids are quality products, and the company is committed to improving the quality of life for the hearing impaired.

Starkey Hearing Aids: About the Company

Berkeley, California’s Starkey Hearing Research Center (SHRC) is where new concepts in hearing and technology are built by dedicated Starkey scientists, researchers, programmers and engineers. Focusing on long-term hearing research issues along with product development, designers have created Starkey hearing aids that benefit from years of research rather than merely months.

The quailty of Starkey hearing aids has cemented the company as a global leader and innovator in hearing devices. There are quite a few models of Starkey hearing aids, each with its own set of features and capabilities.The Starkey Zon.7 hearing aid, for example, is comfortable, inobtrusive and designed for maximum value and performance. Able to handle most ordinary hearing situations, this Starkey hearing aid lets users hear difficult sounds and participate in conversations.

Starkey Hearing Aids: Products

The Starkey Zon.7 hearing aid offers enhanced hearing to people who are finding that their hearing problems are affecting their quality of life. Designed for maximum value and performance by the engineers at Starkey, the Starkey Zon.7 hearing aid is a fine example of hearing enhancement innovation. Comfortable and inobtrustive, the Starkey Zon.7 is built for years of dependable, affordable hearing assistance. This quality hearing aid can handle most ordinary hearing situations, making it possible for the Starkey Zon.7′s user to hear difficult sounds and participate in conversations with ease.

The Starkey Destiny 1600 hearing aid, an open-fit unit, is one of the top-tier hearing aids proudly offered at Hearing Aid Express. This unit sits behind the ear and provides the best hearing performance in a nearly invisible form factor, as it does not block the ear canal.

Another open-fit unit is the Starkey Destiny 400, also called an “over-the-ear” hearing aid. This Starkey hearing aid is ideal for users with moderate hearing loss in high-frequency ranges. It’s a mid-tier product that balances solid performance, appearance and value.

Buy Starkey Hearing Aids

Buy Starkey hearing aids at Hearing Aid Express, where you’ll find plenty more products along with hearing aids from other manufacturers. And if you’re just starting to shop for hearing aids or have some questions, don’t miss our frequently asked questions about hearing aids.