ReSound Nexia 9 Hearing Aids

An amazing new step in Bluetooth® connectivity

ReSound has delivered an amazing new hearing aid platform that will be available in Scotland soon. The Resound Nexia 9 hearing aids are the latest top-of-the-range hearing aid devices from this excellent hearing aid brand. They are Made For iPhone and Made For Android hearing aids, but with the introduction of their new Auracast^TM Bluetooth® system, they represent so much more than that. They are jam-packed with the very best technology that ReSound provides and represent a true leap forward in connectivity to your wider world. They are packed with ReSound's latest technology to help you hear better and connect you with ease to your wider world.

Three Styles of RICs Initially and a CROS

The ReSound Nexia 9 range was initially announced in three RIE (Receiver In Ear) styles, a micro rechargeable RIE that will offer an unbelievable 30 hours of use, an RIE 61 with a traditional size 312 battery, an RIE 62 with a traditional size 13 battery and finally, for the first time a CROS transmitter device based on the microRIE. The devices, as you can see from the above picture are shaped just like the previous Omnia and One platforms. However, they have just recently announced the expansion of the range and we can expect a full line-up of hearing aid devices at the launch. So apart from their new CROS, the offering will be as follows

• miniRIE – These miniature receiver-in-ear hearing aids are ReSound’s smallest rechargeable style with a gently curved shape that rests low on the ear for a more discreet fit without compromising on sound or comfort. Like all the other RICs it can be matched to your hair or complexion to maximise discreetness.
• Classic RIE 61- 312 battery-powered receiver-in-ear hearing aids offer the classic 312 battery for those who are happier to stick with more traditional power sources. An ideal solution for people who may spend a lot of time outdoors with unreliable power options.
• Classic RIE 62 - Size 13 battery-powered receiver-in-ear hearing aids which use the larger battery and offer an onboard telecoil for people who value its use.
• Custom Rechargeable – These hearing aids are designed to look like modern earbuds and offer a custom, comfortable fit, high-quality sound, and rechargeable batteries.
• Completely-in-Canal (CIC) – These simple custom-designed hearing aids are so small it’s unlikely anyone will realize users are wearing them, and as they sit inside the ear canal, they’re protected from wind noise.
• Behind-the-Ear (BTE) – These user-friendly hearing aids are small, powerful, rechargeable, and can be matched to your hair and complexion to maximise discreetness.

All except the CIC will connect to ReSound’s Smart3D App and feature Bluetooth streaming of audio and phone calls, with hands-free calling for Apple iOS devices.

 

 

The new Nexia range builds upon their Omnia systems and adds new technology that opens up the world of connected communications to hearing aid users like never before. The new platform also delivers a new Auracast-ready TV Streamer+ which will ensure that the user can take full advantage of this groundbreaking audio streaming technology.

Auracast^TM is a new Bluetooth® connectivity platform designed to enable any audio transmitter like a smartphone, laptop, television, or public address (PA) system to broadcast audio to an unlimited number of nearby Bluetooth® audio receivers. Audio receivers like hearing aids, earbuds, and any other Auracast-enabled device. It also does so with outstanding audio quality and low battery drain. That may seem a bit underwhelming, but the possibilities to make the lives of hearing aid wearers easier are endless.

Imagine being at the train station or airport, and clearly being able to hear important flight/gate changes or train scheduling other announcements clearly by streaming them into your hearing device. The same could be said for attending the cinema, the theatre, the church or a lecture. Auracast^TM transmitters are designed to signal your smartphone that streaming audio is available. You can then use the Auracast^TM Assistant to simply find and select that sound stream and have it transmitted to your Bluetooth® listening device. It means that you won’t need added equipment to access high-quality audio streaming.

Electronics manufacturers are heavily invested in bringing Auracast^TM systems into the devices. Already Microsoft has announced that Windows 11 will be compatible with Auracast. That means that any Windows 11 laptop with the right Bluetooth® hardware and updates will be able to stream audio directly into your hearing aids without fuss. Samsung is planning to add the system to many of their new TVs and audio equipment and announced a firmware upgrade to their compatible TVs in September. So, this isn’t just something that will help in the future, some lucky TV and laptop owners, can access it right now.

All of the devices will connect to ReSound’s Smart3D App and feature Bluetooth® streaming of audio and phone calls, with hands-free calling for Apple iOS devices. They also support the new Auracast^TM protocol which will begin to be available across a massive amount of electronic devices over the next few months.

New TV-Streamer+

The new ReSound TV-Streamer+*, supporting Bluetooth®® Auracast™, streams high-quality sound with speech clarity directly to your hearing aids at the volume you prefer. If there are multiple users with compatible hearing aids and smartphones in the room, enjoy sound together by each easily connecting to the TV-Streamer+. No more arguments over the TV Volume, just your favourite film at the volume you want.

The Nexia uses all of the breakthrough technologies that made Omnia an outstanding hearing aid in noise. The supporting study evidence on that 150% number shows that Omnia will provide 4.3dB SNR (Signal To Noise Ratio) improvement to speech understanding compared to their legacy products. While 4.3dB sounds like a small number, for SNR, it's a technically significant improvement. The video below gives a rundown on their system.

 

360-Degree Mapping

The breakthrough 360-degree sound environment mapping is also available on the Nexia 9 devices.  ReSound says that 360-degree mapping enables users to automatically tune into what they want to listen to and not have the hearing aids choose for them.

Better Own Voice Perception

For new users especially, the suddenly changed perception of their voice when wearing hearing aids can be irksome at first but usually fades. The system will work towards making it a much more natural perception for wearers.

A Microphone in The Receiver

The Nexia 9 range will be able to use ReSound's innovative M&RIE receiver that was introduced with the One platform. ReSound believe that with a third microphone in the ear canal they can make use of the more natural sound cues that can be picked up there. The outer ear plays a big part in our ability to localise sound allowing us to work out where the sound comes from. This plays a big part in our ability to ignore the sound that we are not interested in and to focus on the sound we are.

Check My Fit

This feature will allow you to check the physical fit of your hearing aids, it's a pretty good idea because many new users are never sure if they have their hearing aids in their ears correctly. Having your aids properly in your ears is important, if they aren't in properly, you don't get the full benefit. Check My Fit should solve the uncertainty.

Made For iPhone, Made For Android

The ReSound Nexia platform will offer connectivity options to both iOS and AndroidTM smartphones for streaming and hearing aid control. It will also offer hands-free calls on iPhones and iPads. The Auracast^TM system will ensure you are future-proof for all of the amazing connectivity opportunities that will inevitably arrive, given time.

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Nexia 9 Feature Set

The overall feature set of the 9 technology level is as follows, each hearing aid may not have the full range of features here

M&RIE

The new microphone and Receiver In Ear speaker delivers a more natural sound experience by allowing the hearing aids to use the natural sound cues in the ear canal. It allows you to better localise sound and delivers an even more natural sound experience.

360 All-Around

360 All-Around is only available on the top-of-the-range Nexia 9 devices.  ReSound say that 360-degree mapping enables users to automatically tune into what they want to listen to and not have the hearing aids choose for them.

What That Means

This system should help to deliver a more normalised sound experience while still allowing you to hear the speech that you want to hear.

Front Focus

Ultra Focus is a user-activated strategy that is available in the Smart 3D app. It will allow you to narrow the focus of the microphones in noisy situations. It will allow you to focus on the person in front of you allowing you to hear what they are saying even in a noisy sound situation.

What That Means

This new feature will allow you to hear the person you are sitting with, even in the noisiest of situations. It is may sound a little unusual to start with however you should get all the sound cues you need to allow you to carry on a conversation.

Environmental Optimizer II

This feature is an upgraded version of their original environmental optimizer. It allows the hearing aids to work together to analyse the listening environment you are in. It then automatically adjusts the features and amplification to deliver the best experience for you. 

What That Means

Knowing the sound situation around you accurately is important, so this feature identifies the situation with high accuracy and then manages the feature set of the hearing aids to deliver the very best hearing for you. This feature and its accuracy are imperative for the function of the aids. Resound are quoting high accuracy and our experience concurs. 

Noise Tracker II

This is a unique noise reduction system that works based on spectral subtraction. It reduces unwanted noise without affecting the speech signal. 

What That Means

The really important bit here is that it seems to do what they are saying. It is excellent on any noise that is steady state (which means recurring similarly) like engine noise, or background hum of any kind.

DFS Ultra III With Music Mode

A high-precision feedback system that allows the cancellation of feedback with extreme accuracy. This new feedback control allows the use of the M&RIE receiver. The Music mode is a slower-acting system which allows better handling of music.

What That Means

Feedback is probably one of the most annoying things for users. The feedback system allows the amplification that you need without causing that damned irritating whistling. Having a system which also has a music mode means that your appreciation of music will be better. Sometimes music can sound like feedback, a music mode allows the system a little more time to make sure it isn't and do nothing. That means less distortion for you. 

Resound Assist

Resound Assist will allow your provider to adjust your hearing aids remotely. That means if you want adjustments on the go, they can be provided without you having to attend the clinic. The system is really easy to use and is quite intuitive. This might not be for everyone, but this feature will be a godsend for the people who love it. It will allow them complete freedom, over their customer experience.

The App, Resound Smart 3D

The accompanying app also allows you to personalise your hearing experience more deeply. It has been re-designed to be more intuitive and easier to use and it offers real control. Again, this might not be for everyone, but for those who want it, it will enrich their experience. Again, this has to be seen as an excellent thing.

Vibrant Clear Sound in Every Situation

Hear the Nexia difference for yourself. Call 01506 420519 or click below to provide your details

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Resound Wireless Hearing Aid Accessories

Resound introduced their Unite wireless hearing aid accessories back in 2008 I think, with the Alera, which was their very first wireless hearing aid. Resound then introduced the Verso, which was an upgrade of the Alera and finally in 2014, they introduced the LiNX, which was the first ever MFI (made for iphone) hearing aid. The Unite accessories were compatible with all of the mentioned hearing aids and have been updated since their introduction. Let's take a quick look at the devices available from Resound.