Method and apparatus for using haptics for fitting hearing aids
US8649524B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 13, 2009 |
| Grant date | Feb 11, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 15, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04R25/70
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The present subject matter relates generally to the method and apparatus for using haptics for fitting hearing aids. The application of haptics technology to hearing aid fitting system software is provided. A graphical user interface with a touch screen for hearing aid fitting provides tactile response to a user adjusting hearing aid parameters using the touch screen. The interface provides feedback to assist the user in rapid and accurate hearing aid fitting. Other variations include using a touch pad for the tactile response.
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