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Bionics is no longer a one way street, where nature is studied,copied, and implemented into artificial systems.

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The Machines are NOT Coming (But AI is Already Here)

Which hearing aid manufacturer you want?

What are the different types of hearing aids?

Hearing aid repair.

Fasting for health and long life.

Can robots be racist?

When people think about robots, many people imagine scary

military robots that can walk and talk like in the movies.

Robotics has been a big industry for decades. Your car was

built by robots. Some of your electronic gadgets were built by

robots.

They are still precisely controlled by humans who have input

3D drawings and programmed each and every move the

robotic arm makes.

The Turing Test challenges scientists to develop a software

program that can "fool" the judges into thinking they are

interacting with a real person.

The Turing Test has long been considered the gold standard

for proving AI. But now that it has officially been beaten,

where will we go next?

Stock Market

Obviously humans can't react that fast, so it's the programs that do the dirty work.

Business Decisions

Until now, computers were used to crunch numbers. It started with accounting spreadsheets and has now entered the age of "Big Data".

Entertainment

Besides trivial entertainment, AI could be used as a personal guide for our days and our lives. Think voice commands and Siri times a million.

There are a lot of hearing aid companies that you can choose from. It’s

a good idea to stick to a trusted model from a trusted brand. This is

why it’s a good idea to check out the different hearing aid companies

to see what they have to offer.

Just make sure that you choose a hearing aid based on your needs and

preferences. Consult with a specialist when in doubt, or take a look at

our article on choosing the right type of hearing aid technology.

AmplisoundAudinaAudibelBernafonBeltonePhonakReSoundOticonSiemensStarkey

Finally, whichever brand you choose, make sure they havea long history and a good reputation (all the brandsmentioned here do!).

1. Behind the Ear or BTE.

This is one of the most popular types of hearing aids because

of its durability. Cleaning and maintaining it is easy.

2. On the Ear.

This is a better option because it provides better comfort

since it doesn’t give you that feeling that something is

plugged in your ear.

3. In the Ear.

While bigger than the other types of hearing aids, a lot of

people prefer this type because it’s easier to handle than the

smaller types.

4. In the Canal

They are the smallest because they’re worn right inside the

ear canal. Most people wouldn’t notice that you’re wearing it.

It is virtually unnoticeable.

With these different types of hearing aids, one thing is certain

– you need to go for a trusted brand. This is the best way to

ensure that you get the best hearing aid for your needs and

preferences.

If you want more information on hearing aid brands, check

out our article. It covers the major manufacturers and gives

an overview of the different technology available to you.

Of course, make sure to let your hearing specialist know of

your preferences so he can consider them when he makes his

recommendation.

A final consideration is the ability to work on your own device

to change the batteries or to perform minor hearing aid

repairs.

Be sure to check with the manufacturer before trying your

own repairs, even if you're a "do it yourselfer".

Check out our articles. It covers the major manufacturers and

gives an overview of the different technologies available to

you.

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