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Varibel
Hearing Glasses
Description
The Varibel Hearing glasses are designed for individuals with hearing impairments and visual impairments. It is comprised of a pair of glasses with a built in microphone and a built in hearing aid. It increases the user’s ability to hear sounds in the environment. The glasses are rechargeable. The device includes a stand and a self-charging kit. The eight microphones can be adjusted based on the direction of the sound source. The signal processer eliminates background sound. The glasses were developed by Varibel and the price of glasses varies based on the customized options. The website is in Dutch and can prove to be a problem for consumers.
Purpose
This device is quite
useful for everyday conversations. Social relationships and interactions are
improved by the increased hearing ability. Individuals with visual impairments
rely on their hearing ability to guide them in conversation or mobility. As
people age they lose their hearing ability. These glasses enhance the hearing
to keep the user safe and functional. The user must have some hearing abilities
present and also the cognitive abilities present to properly maintain glasses.
Directions
Place glasses on face
and adjust the hearing aid component. Test sound by speaking softly and
gradually speak louder if you cannot hear yourself. When the users are finished
they will place glasses onto charging kit.
Pros and Cons
Pros: Directionality,
8 microphones, signal processor, styling, self-charging kit
Cons: Website is in another language, limited
information online
Manufacturer
Information:
Cost: Due to limitations on
information and language barriers the price could not be determined.
Contact information
was not provided but the website provides a questionnaire in which they
will contact you. Here is the website.
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