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Method and apparatus for using text messages to distribute ring tones to adjust hearing aids

US8265311B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 12, 2009
Grant dateSep 11, 2012
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Expiry dateMar 11, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04R25/30
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The present subject matter relates generally to methods and apparatus for using text messages to distribute ring tones to adjust and fit hearing assistance devices. In an embodiment, a text message is programmed including information regarding a hearing assistance device adjustment for a wearer. The text message identifies a ring tone playback sequence associated with the adjustment, and is sent to a cellular telephone via a text messaging network. When the ring tone playback sequence is played on the cellular telephone, the hearing assistance device senses the sequence and makes the programmed adjustment.

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