Smartphone tools that support communication, clarity, and confidence
In a world rich with sound, hearing loss can make everyday communication feel like an uphill climb.
But thanks to user-friendly smartphone apps, you now have more tools than ever to enhance sound clarity, transcribe speech in real time, and support connection — regardless of whether you wear hearing aids.
We’ve curated seven standout smartphone apps and accessibility features to make this season a season of clarity.
1. Ava – Real-Time Captions for Every Conversation
Ava provides instant, AI-powered captions for group conversations, whether at work, school, or over dinner.
Simply open the app and place your phone on the table — it transcribes speech in real time and color-codes each speaker.
Ava creates equitable access to social and professional dialogue for those with hearing loss.
2. Sound Amplifier (Google) – Custom Sound Control
Google’s Sound Amplifier allows you to fine-tune the audio coming through your headphones or hearing aids.
Set it to Conversation mode in noisy environments, or personalize your experience with tools that reduce background noise, emphasize certain frequencies, and more.
3. Rogervoice – Call Captioning That Keeps You Connected
Rogervoice captions phone calls in real time using speech-to-text AI, so you can read what’s being said as the conversation unfolds.
This vital communication bridge provides you with clarity during phone conversations — one of the more challenging listening scenarios for those with hearing loss.
And it’s available in over 100 languages!
4. SoundPrint – Find Quieter Public Places
Ever walked into a restaurant only to discover it’s simply too loud?
SoundPrint lets you search for and contribute to a crowdsourced map of quieter venues — rated by their actual decibel levels.
It’s ideal for when you need to find a spot that supports comfortable conversation, regardless of whether you have a hearing loss.
5. HearWHO – Track Your Hearing Health
Developed by the World Health Organization, HearWHO is an app-based hearing screener. The app is easy to use, clearly displays your results, and keeps track of your hearing status over time.
It’s not a replacement for clinical care, but you can track your hearing over time and take proactive steps toward better hearing health.
6. Tunity – Stream Audio From Muted TVs
Tunity lets you identify a muted TV screen and stream the audio directly to your phone in real time. Whether you’re at the airport or a gym, you can finally hear the news or the game clearly — especially if you send the audio to headphones or hearing aids.
7. Live Listen (iOS) – Turn Your iPhone® Into a Remote Microphone
This final one is a built-in feature, not an app. Available in the Accessibility Settings, Live Listen turns an iPhone or iPad® into a remote microphone, streaming sound directly to Made for iPhone hearing aids or AirPods®.
In loud environments, this feature helps reduce background noise and enhance speech clarity — ideal for restaurants, meetings, or classrooms.
The Future Is Hearing-Friendly
Technology and empathy are combining to create a more hearing-accessible world. Whether you’re enhancing your experience with hearing aids or exploring assistive tech options, these tools put control and clarity at your fingertips.
If you or someone you love is navigating hearing loss, contact us today to schedule a hearing test. The right tools — and the right team — can make all the difference.
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