Lauren Kawaguchi is a board-certified audiologist specializing in cochlear implants, hearing aids and diagnostic audiology.

Apple has just proven what I’ve asserted for years: there is no reason why hearing aids, OTC or prescription, have to cost $1,000 or more. For just $250, AirPods Pro 2 now perform as self-fitting ...

I’ve spent some time using the Audien Atom hearing amplifier, and it stands out for its small size and how discreet it sits in the ear. It’s comfortable enough to wear for hours without feeling like ...

It's no secret many adults suffer from at least some loss of hearing. In the US, the rate is about 15 percent overall and much higher for men. For those for whom hearing loss is a significant problem, ...

Do you remember how well you used to hear when you were very young? I do. My hearing was so good that it even amazed me. However, my hearing deteriorated over the decades, in part due to competing in ...

Apple gave reviewers early access to a soon-to-be-released software update that allows AirPods Pro 2 to go beyond providing entertainment to become hearing aids. They report that the wireless earbuds ...

With the iOS 18.1 update, Apple has redefined what its AirPods Pro 2 ($250) can do, officially transforming them into FDA-approved over-the-counter (OTC) self-fitting hearing aids. For iPhone users ...

— Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. We were eager to test-drive the Elehear Beyond OTC hearing aids (available at Amazon) , ...

Still ginormous and uncomfortable. Price hike is tough to swallow. Ample static at high amplification levels. Not tunable. Hearing test is functionally useless. I’ll start with what’s new. Most of it ...

LINNER Saturn is a CIC hearing aids, powered by LINNER, a pioneer in the hearing aids industry. Featuring ultra-long battery life and an invisible design. The Linner Saturn is a budget OTC hearing aid ...

Audien Hearing is an online hearing aid company that ships directly to you. It offers behind-the-ear and in-the-ear hearing aids in varying models. A doctor’s approval isn’t required, and hearing aids ...