Abstract: The present subject matter relates generally to the method and apparatus for storing tags during a fitting session. The tags may be used to store information useful for an audiologist, a manufacturer of hearing aids, and a manufacturer of fitting software. The software adapted to provide searching based on tags. The software able to provide pre-programmed tags for use by the user. In various applications the software programmable to automatically generate tags upon occurrence of one or more conditions.

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.

Abstract: Provided herein is a system for adjusting parameters for binaural hearing assistance devices. A graphical user interface (GUI) control is provided for adjusting at least one parameter for at least one hearing assistance device. In various embodiments, the control is indicative of status of at least one parameter for at least one device. When a pointer, controlled by a mouse or other selecting device, is placed over the control, the control expands. In various applications the control expands to display options for adjusting at least one parameter for at least one device. In some applications, the control provides options to adjust at least one parameter of a left and a right device individually.

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.

Abstract: Provided herein is a system for adjusting parameters for binaural hearing assistance devices. A graphical user interface (GUI) control is provided for adjusting at least one parameter for at least one hearing assistance device. In various embodiments, the control is indicative of status of at least one parameter for at least one device. When a pointer, controlled by a mouse or other selecting device, is placed over the control, the control expands. In various applications the control expands to display options for adjusting at least one parameter for at least one device. In some applications, the control provides options to adjust at least one parameter of a left and a right device individually.

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.

Abstract: The present subject matter relates generally to method and apparatus for sensing gestures for fitting hearing aids.

Abstract: The present subject matter relates generally to the method and apparatus for storing tags during a fitting session. The tags may be used to store information useful for an audiologist, a manufacturer of hearing aids, and a manufacturer of fitting software. The software adapted to provide searching based on tags. The software able to provide pre-programmed tags for use by the user. In various applications the software programmable to automatically generate tags upon occurrence of one or more conditions.

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.

Abstract: A hearing aid comprising a microphone, processing electronics connected to the microphone, a housing enclosing the processing electronics, a wireless USB controller connected to the processing electronics Other examples include method and apparatus of hearing aids with a wired USB port.