The Future of Audiology: Latest Tech and Diagnostics Tools
The field of audiology is buzzing with some fantastic new technology and diagnostics tools that can enhance your practice. Here’s a look at the latest releases.
Oticon Zeal™ Hearing Aid
Oticon Zeal is a next‑generation, in‑the‑ear solution designed to support clearer, more comfortable listening in dynamic environments. Built on Oticon’s BrainHearing™ approach, Zeal provides access to the full sound scene so patients can stay oriented and engaged throughout the day. Its discreet design, rechargeable format, and advanced connectivity—including Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast—help clinicians meet a broad range of patient preferences and communication needs.
The Audible Contrast Threshold (ACT™) test
The ACT test by Interacoustics is a quick, language‑independent assessment of how well patients can understand speech in noisy settings, offering clinicians meaningful insight into overall hearing quality, not just hearing thresholds.
Why add ACT™ to your test battery?
- Predicts real‑world aided speech‑in‑noise performance
- Automatically integrates with Oticon Genie 2 to support individualized fittings
- Helps guide counseling and expectation‑setting
For eligible Oticon customers, BES+ points can also be used toward equipment, services, and supplies through mye3Shop—an efficient way to keep clinic technology up to date while managing budget impact.
Interacoustics Equinox Evo Audiometer
The Equinox Evo is a versatile 2-channel audiometer that offers comprehensive testing for all ages. It functions as a PC-based and standalone device, offering flexibility and efficiency for hearing professionals. It includes advanced pediatric features and customizable assessments, from basic tests to the Audible Contrast Threshold (ACT™) test.
Interacoustics’ New Play Audiometry Video for Kids
Interacoustics has an exciting new resource to help if you’re seeing pediatric patients for Play Audiometry! They’ve created an adorable video specifically for children, designed to walk them through the hearing test process in a fun and engaging manner.
This charming video is perfect for easing nerves and making the testing experience more enjoyable for young patients. Playful visuals and friendly explanations help children understand what to expect, ensuring a smoother and more cooperative testing session.
Interacoustics Touch Keyboard
Pairing the Equinox Evo with the wireless Touch Keyboard offers PC-based audiometry and a modern, efficient keyboard experience. This wireless, ergonomic keyboard is designed to streamline the testing process, making it smoother and more efficient.
It’s particularly beneficial for pediatric testing, allowing for better interaction with young patients. Simply unplug the keyboard for in-booth functionality to keep your patients engaged like never before.
Interacoustics VisualEyes™ 3.2
Interacoustics VisualEyes™ 3.2 introduces new tools that make vestibular testing more functional, and patient focused. The new fvHIT™ feature checks how well patients can see clearly during fast head movements, giving a better picture of their balance system.
Another new tool, the Self-Paced Saccade test, measures how quickly and accurately a patient moves their eyes between two points—helpful for identifying specific brain-related balance problems. These updates help clinicians better understand and treat dizziness and balance issues.
Interacoustics Aided Cortical Module
The Aided Cortical module for the Interacoustics Eclipse offers a reliable, objective method to confirm that speech sounds are reaching the auditory cortex—without requiring a behavioral response.
It’s especially useful for fitting hearing aids and cochlear implants in infants, young children, and individuals with complex needs, filling the critical gap between ABR and VRA testing.
With fast, comfortable, and precise measurements, it gives clinicians the confidence to fine-tune fittings early and provides reassurance to families during this important stage of auditory development.
Audioscan ProbeGUIDE+™
ProbeGUIDE+ builds on the original ProbeGUIDE to support more accurate and age‑appropriate probe‑tube placement. This enhancement provides:
- Real‑time visual guidance for precise probe placement
- Auto‑stop depth safeguards to help prevent over‑insertion
- Pediatric‑specific depth‑prediction algorithms for patients ages 1–18
- Adult and Child modes to ensure appropriate settings for each patient
- Optional animated dinosaur distractor to help keep young patients calm and engaged
Together, these updates support faster, more consistent, and more comfortable real‑ear measurement procedures for patients of all ages.
Audioscan Verifit LINK ®
Verifit LINK for Verifit2 enables automatic, real‑time, bidirectional communication between hearing aid fitting software and the Verifit system. This integration supports best‑practice verification by automatically adjusting hearing instruments to meet DSL or NAL targets. The result is a faster, more efficient workflow with consistent, objective verification—helping clinicians save time while maintaining high standards of accuracy and care.
Audioscan Verifit Skull Simulator
The Verifit Skull Simulator is an innovative tool for verifying bone-anchored hearing devices (BAHDs). It uses new DSL-BCD targets in Speechmap® to ensure accurate audibility across frequencies.
Connect the skull simulator to the test box coupler microphone of your Verifit system. This device converts vibrations into electrical signals, precisely verifying BAHD performance.
The Skull Simulator is compatible with Verifit2 (software 4.12. x or later) and Verifit VF-1* (software 3.20. x or later).
GSI AMTAS Update
The latest update to GSI AMTAS™ (Automated Method for Testing Auditory Sensitivity) introduces several enhancements to streamline audiometric testing. The update unifies the software for both the Pro and Flex versions, supports new audiometric tools, and includes a noise check enhancement for better testing environments. Additionally, the update integrates otoscopic images into reports, improving the overall functionality and efficiency of the system.
GSI Video Otoscope
Designed for easy integration with GSI Suite, clinicians can review, store, and include otoscopy images directly in patient records—streamlining documentation and enhancing clinical reporting.
Its lightweight, portable design and USB power make it ideal for use in any exam setting, while the one-button capture function allows for quick, efficient imaging. This integration also supports better patient communication by providing clear visuals during consultations.
Tympanic membrane images captured with the GSI Video Otoscope
MAICO easyTone Tablet Audiometer
MAICO easyTone Tablet Audiometer
The MAICO easyTone tablet audiometer simplifies hearing screening with its intuitive tablet interface and streamlined workflow. It transitions seamlessly from sweep screening to pure tone audiometry, operated with just two buttons. Built-in noise monitoring ensures compliance with ambient noise requirements, making it ideal for various screening environments.
MedRx AWRC Audiometer and Wireless REM Combination
The MedRx AWRC combines a dual-channel audiometer with a high-frequency wireless Real-Ear Measurement (REM) system, perfect for mobile testing. It supports audiometry up to 20,000 Hz and includes wireless binaural Live Speech Mapping for accurate hearing aid fittings. Powered by USB, it integrates with software like Noah, TIMS, and Blueprint OMS for efficient data management.
Flex VRA and HeyBear Sensory Partnership
The partnership between Flex VRA and HeyBear Sensory is set to revolutionize pediatric audiometric testing. Flex VRA, known for its engaging Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (VRA) system, now incorporates HeyBear’s popular sensory-based content.
This collaboration brings cheerful and captivating visuals to hearing tests, making them more approachable and effective for young children and those who may be harder to test. By integrating HeyBear’s videos, Flex VRA enhances the testing experience, keeping children engaged and cooperative throughout the process.
Need Guidance? We’re Ready to Help!
Your local e3 Diagnostics representative can provide guidance on implementing these tools and technologies within your clinic. Clinics participating in BES+ can also reinvest points toward diagnostic equipment, calibration services, and supplies through mye3Shop.
If you’d like help choosing tools that align with your workflow or patient population, e3 Diagnostics is ready to support you.
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