Advanced Bionics — the only U.S. cochlear implant maker — has been acquired by Sonova, a Swiss maker of hearing aids. Sonova will pay $US 489 million for Advanced Bionics in the deal, which is expected to close in February 2010, subject to approval. Buying the Cupertino, Calif.-based Advanced Bionics thrusts Sonova, a relatively unknown maker [...]
BusinessWeek magazine ran an article by Reena Jana about how technology for the disabled is being marketed more as mainstream innovations. Apple is one of the leaders in this space, and its products for people with disabilities are discussed at length, including its new iPhone voice control option and the not-so-new VoiceOver product, which is [...]
Hearing aids users grapple with high prices and out-of-pocket costs, but the most important factor is finding a specialist that will give you the right fit and program.
