"The world also seemed augmented in the first few weeks after my Cochlear Implant was switched on. I loved the world when it still sounded strange."
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Roger Select review
‘Beam me in Scotty!’ It’s the assistive listening device that uses multi-beam. How effective is it? Read our comprehensive review to find out…
A Journey to Happiness
The emotional story of a Cochlear Implant recipient who talks about their Journey to Happiness. ‘When I was two years old, I had Cochlear Implant surgery on my right ear. At the time, I was the youngest Cochlear Implant recipient in Western Australia…’
The Cochlear Implant Musician
At some point during sophomore year, I decided I wanted to major in music in college. It was a simple decision. I wanted to hear better, and this was something that would help train my ears to the highest level. However, the hearing aid that I had in my right ear was not trustworthy in a musical environment.
My rescue from isolation
I lost almost all of my hearing over 15 years, from age 55 to 70. My hearing loss turned my life around — and not in a good way…
Roger Pen review
The Phonak Roger Pen has been on the market for a while now. How effective is it as an assistive listening device for Cochlear Implant users? Read our comprehensive review to find out…
Cochlear Implant Music: The top 36 songs to listen to with your Cochlear Implant
Cochlear Implant Music: Cochlear Implant users tell us their favourite song with a Cochlear Implant. Their stories are both inspiring and emotive…
The Cochlear Implant Animator
A fascinating interview with Animator and Director, Eric Giessmann, who talks about his path to success, losing his hearing and what inspired him to create the ‘Ciborg/Cochlear Implant animation.’
3 Michigan sisters undergo Cochlear Implant operation on the same day
It's a rare situation, to say the least: three young sisters needing Cochlear Implant surgery and a hospital willing to make it happen on the same day.
UK Classical musician wins landmark High Court ruling on hearing damage
Viola player Chris Goldscheider has won a landmark case against the Royal Opera House, London in the High Court. He accused the venue of being liable for hearing damage he sustained during a rehearsal six years ago, citing ROH's possible responsibilities under UK Noise Regulations...
12-year-old Cochlear Implant musician in tune with Vancouver culture
Father and son team Romeo and Alexander Boar release The Vancouver Song. Alexander received a cochlear implant when he was three and began to learn speech and language. Later in Alexander's life, Romeo bought a synthesiser with the hope that Alexander would become curious about music.
