Widex Hearing Aids
Founding:
In Denmark in 1956, by Christian Tøpholm and Erik Westermann
Technology Roots:
Christian Tøpholm, a gifted electronics engineer, and Erik Westermann, a successful businessman, broke away from Oticon to form their own hearing aid company.
Historical Highlights:
1995, the first commercially available 100 percent in-the-ear hearing aid
2012, Widex receives the European Inventor Award for hearing aid technology advancements
2018, Widex is first to offer hearing aids with artificial intelligence and machine learning
2019 merger with Sivantos to create WS Audiology
Other Brand Names by WS Audiology: Signia and Rexton Manufacturer’s Warranty: Up to three years Most Recent Innovations: MySound AI processor
Processing Technology and Features
Their “passion for sound” and exacting standards in research, development, manufacturing, and the development of innovative technology, along with their long-term partnerships with hearing care providers, have made Widex the third largest hearing aid manufacturer in the world.
Widex MySound, AI-assisted personalization, was built on the philosophy that no matter how good technology becomes, it means nothing without your valuable input, which means that you can create programs that adjust both the equalizer and compression in a way that suits your taste and environment.
Real-Life Insights records your hearing experiences to assist your hearing care professional in programming your hearing aids to your unique needs in multiple hearing situations and environments.
MySound uses high-speed calculations in the cloud to provide instantaneous adjustments to your hearing profile as you move from one environment to another.
Included Widex Moment technology, preferred by musicians worldwide, produces more natural sound by synchronizing the arrival of processed sound with the sound not processed through the instrument.
Additional Key Features:
Widex Zen Therapy for tinnitus management
Rechargeable hearing aids can last up to 37 hours
Widely available through hearing centres and can be purchased in 29 countries
Customization options to enhance listening in different situations
Bluetooth capabilities for iOS and Android devices
All models include a water-resistant coating
The Remote Care app links users to hearing professionals for hearing aid fine-tuning and assistance.
Dion Hearing Centre Tailored Hearing Care
The tailored hearing care solutions provided by Dion Hearing Centre include advanced manufacturing technology from Widex hearing aids.
Our advanced-technology instruments are only one piece in the better-hearing puzzle, which includes hearing care solutions that meet your hearing needs, personal preferences, and budget.
Your personalized journey to better hearing starts with accurate testing, proper selection, professional fitting, and ongoing service and repair of brand-name hearing aids from manufacturers like Bernafon, Oticon, Phonak, and more.
Take advantage of personalized hearing care that combines the highest levels of tailored hearing care with transparency for individuals with hearing challenges in Windsor, ON, and Essex County.
If you, or a loved one, are struggling with your hearing or need help with your hearing instruments, contact us using the adjacent form.
