Buying hearing aids is a step in the right direction. Needless to say, you want to be sure that your new hearing aids will give you the best possible service. Beyond this though, you want to be assured that they will continue to provide you with a quality hearing experience for some time to come. …
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For those who have not had much experience with hearing aids their first exposure to the industry can be confusing and stressful. Often it will seem that people are speaking a totally different language. This can make it difficult to understand what is being talked about much less what it all means. And, to be …
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There is little doubt that rechargeable hearing aids have made life much more convenient for the hearing challenged. Some of today’s more advanced hearing aids can go through a zinc-air battery a week. If you wear two hearing aids, that equates to over 100 disposable batteries a year going into the rubbish bin. While hearing …
For those who might not be aware of it, classic hearing aid batteries are not like other batteries. They are zinc-air batteries. Instead of using a chemical reaction inside a case, they are filled with zinc. They generate electricity when the zinc is exposed to oxygen and begins to oxidize. This makes it possible to …
If you are thinking of purchasing hearing aids towards the end of the year, you may find that not all private health funds offer the same option paying for hearing aids. Not only are you able to benefit from a Government Subsidy if you are a Pensioner Concession card holder. You may also be able …
There is no doubt that Bluetooth hearing aids have opened the door to a world of possibilities. They make it possible to stream music, television audio and even theatre events directly into your hearing aids. They put near-total control of your listening experience in the palm of your hand. They connect you directly to the …
Why Your Bluetooth Hearing Aid isn’t Working and How to Fix It. Read More »
Whether using a Made for iPhone hearing aid, one of the new Asha equipped phones developed by Google and GN Hearing or one of the many models equipped with a streamer there is little doubt that Bluetooth equipped hearing aids bring a lot to the table. To help you decide if one is right for …
All Bluetooth devices work in a similar manner. Electronics were once connected to each other by an array of cables and wires. In the simplest terms, Bluetooth uses high-frequency radio waves to do the same thing. Unlike messy cables though, there are no worries about matching plugs or making sure the machines speak the same …
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The last full week of August, Australia celebrated Hearing Awareness Week. As is their habit, Falls of Sound joined the celebration by providing the community with an afternoon of fun and information. The day was begun with one of Falls of Sound’s, Certified Audiologist delivering a short talk about general hearing issues and what has …
Considering our founder’s extensive background with some of the biggest names in the hearing aid industry, many people are surprised that we are an independent clinic. They believe she would have picked the best of the best and become an affiliate for them. The truth is, it is precisely because of her vast experience that …
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For the uninitiated, shopping for hearing aids can be a little intimidating at first. There are so many styles to choose from and options to consider, it can be very confusing. Among the most popular types available today are Receiver-In-Canal Hearing Aids or RICs. RICs are very similar to Behind-The-Ear Hearing Aids but offer many …
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At Falls of Sound We Guarantee: Local Service. We are there for you. Maintenance and minor repairs on the spot. Ongoing maintenance plan at no extra cost. All available brands to match your hearing needs and the ability to compare different levels of the latest technology. A guaranteed result; we will not give up on …