The FCC has implemented a new rule requiring all smartphones to be compatible with hearing aids, benefiting 48 million Americans with hearing loss. The regulation mandates universal connectivity between hearing aids and smartphones, eliminating proprietary Bluetooth standards that can interfere with compatibility.
It also requires phones to meet volume control benchmarks for clear, distortion-free audio. Phone makers must update labels and websites to indicate compatibility details, including telecoil or Bluetooth coupling and maximum volume levels. This ensures more choice and accessibility for individuals with hearing loss.
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