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There is an update to Target (7.1.3) that updates the KS10’s. It is said to be a “stability” update, and given that it is only a minor point update, I wouldn’t expect too much, but I’ll let you know if it is something that I can notice.

I have the update applied to my KS10s and can’t tell any diff. But without specifics from Sonova I’m not sure what to look for. The KS10s are working fine for me.

A Resound rep told me that the Resound ONE would support in a firmware update. But they also shared that hands-free calling would not be supported since it requires another microphone on the hearing aid. But I also wouldn’t necessarily put too much weight on what the rep might say until the update actually comes out, because there’s always potential for a mistake.

In reply to @Patrick72

@Patrick72 said:

But they also shared that hands-free calling would not be supported since it requires another microphone on the hearing aid.

Amazing that Phonak can do it without any “extra” microphones! Although if it’s true that the ReSound One will not support Apple’s “bidirectional hearing aids,” perhaps that explains why the Jabra version of the One has appeared at Costco (same as I rationalized why KS10’s have appeared so soon at Costco as perhaps there is a newer, “more better” premium Phonak model coming along. Should know soon.

There’s at least one report here that activating the program can decrease the time you’ll get from each battery charge. T-coil technology is not much used in the U.S. If you attend movies in theaters that use it and have difficulty hearing the movie, you might want it. I think some museums use it along with their audio guide interpretive software. But, wherever it’s available there should be some notice that it is, so unless you find such declarations in places you visit with some regularity, I wouldn’t bother.

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Special programs are for dealing with probems that the hearing aids don’t deal well with automatically. If you’re not having any problems, there’s no need for special programs. Even if you are having problems in a certain situation, the solution may be tuning the automatic program rather than adding a new program. Communicate with your fitter.

This talk about is interesting.
I have telecoil available on my KS10s as a custom program. I am not aware of being able to have it as part of the auto sensing program.
At the moment I find that when I switch to that program there is a LOT of floor noise…ie static
Obviously there is EMF in my house but so far I have not found an environment where this static is not present. No I do not live near high tension power lines :slight_smile:
I tried the telecoil out in a theatre the other day and it certainly works but I do wonder about this ‘noise’ and whether it is a defect or an inevitable consequence of the technology. …

The needs a T-Coil signal to function properly.
Like with a phone that has a magnet near the receiver to activate the T-Coil in the aids.
Or a loop in a public place or at home.
I don’t think it will function properly with no or a bad signal.

In reply to @Oz-Tack

@Oz-Tack said:

At the moment I find that when I switch to that program there is a LOT of floor noise…ie static

That is not uncommon with the t-coil activated. I am unable to use the t-coil at work as the ‘hum’ from the overhead trolley wires outside our shop overwhelms the phone input!

Jim

The Phonak branded ones are instead of . (I think a custom is also available) I also believe theyr’e a generation older.

No idea if this was mentioned but:

For those living in the Ontario, Canada area, Costco’s can now order the KS10’s for you. They’re $1,800 CAD (Canadian Dollars) no tax, and only $800 CAD if you purchase them with the assistive devices plan for hearing aids.

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