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A few weeks ago I cracked my cell phone and it completely died (Pixel 5a). It took almost a month to work out a replacement at low cost. During that time I couldn’t adjust the volume on my Widex because they have only one switch and it’s set to change programs (on both aids). I’ve worn the Widex since March and am largely pleased with them, being a person who needs the more mellow and natural sound they provide for live music but also to hear as best as possible the very high frequencies (like >6 kHz) of some bird species. So, I was able to manage without the phone by changing programs. But it was frustrating.

I’d like to know if it’s advisable to get another pair of hearing aids (perhaps because I’m not made of money) that would not be dependent on a cell phone app to change the settings. I’m regretting somewhat that I chose the Widex because I don’t like not being able to change program AND volume with only the switches on the aids.

I’m also interested in how much time it might take for a semi-geeky (but somewhat attention–deficient) person to learn how to use some of the self-adjusting software.

Any advice appreciated–I’m very thankful for this community and all the information and compassion here.

Ask your audiolog about the remote control. If they are not expensive, look on eBay…I saw the Widex M-Dex on eBay for $35, but before buying you need to make sure it is compatible with your hearing aids.

Hi there, ok so what are the exact models you are using, because sometimes it’s a long press of the button for change of program and a short press for volume, just depends on the model, but as mentioned a remote control seems the way, as for the compass software, it’s not hard to use, just reading the user guides is enough to get one started, are only suitable for mild/moderate losses and you may be suitable. Check out OTC models here on hearingtracker. And don’t forget to check out your local Costco for the best prices available for premium models.

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@Musicnbrds said:

A few weeks ago I cracked my cell phone and it completely died (Pixel 5a). It took almost a month to work out a replacement at low cost. During that time I couldn’t adjust the volume on my Widex HAs because they have only one switch and it’s set to change programs (on both aids).

Are you saying that the volume on your Widex aids can only be controlled by a phone app?! i.e., that your Widex aids do not have a manual button on the aid to raise/lower volume? I’ve never heard of a brand of hearing aid that did not let the wearer adjust the volume on the aids.

If this is just a dexterity issue (hence the phone app) okay. But if those aids do not let you change programs AND adjust volume on the aid I’d replace them. As tenkan suggests, options or Costco would both be a step in the right direction.

On my Rextons the button functions can be changed in the fitting software, I am left handed and changed volume to left aid and program changes to the RH and that brings up a question did you try the button on the other aid.

Remote is probably your best option but for a cheap backup of aids useful also in times where you don’t want to wear your aids the apple airpod pro 2’s are decent. Only last 6 hours though and for sure are not as good as real aids (many good videos on this) but for only $154 today on Amazon sale it’s not a bad alternative for certain situations.

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