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INDUSTRY INSIGHT YOUR HEARING SPONSORED CONTENT THE POWER OF BLUETOOTH: KEEPING YOU CONNECTED TO They won’t know... THE WORLD ... you’re wearing a hearing device. B Complimentary luetooth technology can help improve sound quality from electronic devices. Just how important is it to have Bluetooth-compatible hearing aids? Before making that decision, let’s first look at the basics of Bluetooth. Though it may seem relatively new, Bluetooth technology has actually been around since 1994. As an interesting side note, it was named after 10th-century Scandinavian King Harald Blåtand or Harold Bluetooth in English. Legend has it that King Harald was known for bringing people together in non-violent ways. He united people through words and communication. Similarly, Bluetooth does just that: it communicates to unite. Photo Credit: R Frank Photography linking a camera to a computer to download pictures, and Bluetooth headsets so you can talk on your phone hands-free. The possibilities are almost endless. In fact, you can connect lights, TVs, garage doors and so much more to an app on your phone using Bluetooth. SUMMER SPECIAL > Hearing screening and consultation – it could just be wax! > Hearing aid clean and check Most hearing aids are Bluetooth- compatible and have the option to add if you currently wear hearing aids. some really great accessories that keep you wirelessly connected to the world – and > Demonstration of the hearing newest hearing better. For digital example, Bluetooth lets you wirelessly connect to your phone. Not aids. See how far technology has come! only can you talk hands-free, but you can hear the phone conversation in both ears > 45-Day Risk-FREE trial period. The * result is clearer listening simultaneously. HOW IT WORKS Bluetooth devices together over *Deposit may be connects required. short distances w