HearAngel and Sonical have struck a software licensing agreement integrating HearAngel smart hearing safeguarding into Sonical’s CosmOS operating system for headphones. This collaboration allows manufacturers using the Sonical platform to offer hearing safeguarding either as a standard feature or user option.
Developed by LimitEar, HearAngel uses patent-protected algorithms initially designed for the professional broadcast industry. The software integrates into mobile phones and wireless headphones, measuring sound exposure, with the user interface and controls on a mobile phone. It offers dual modes – managing personal exposure or parental control enabling the management of children’s exposure. The technology tracks listening duration and sound levels, providing awareness and management options. Users can also opt for optional automated protection, adhering to ITU/WHO H.870 or EN62368-1:2018 safety standards.
Research indicates that at birth, each ear has 15,000 auditory hair cells, which do not regenerate. Exposure to high sound doses, particularly from recreational headphone use, can lead to permanent hearing damage. Deafness Research UK reports that one-in-three individuals under 35 has chronic hearing damage due to headphone use.
HearAngel continuously monitors and profiles hearing exposure, alerting users to make informed decisions. The integration of HearAngel into CosmOS emphasises the importance of hearing protection in the audio industry, catering to both professional users and general consumers. This collaboration aims to set new standards for safe listening practices, ensuring long-term auditory health.
‘Hearing safeguarding is increasingly important, with extended listening at high volumes potentially causing permanent hearing damage,’ says Sonical CEO, Gary Spittle. ‘HearAngel provides easy-to-use information on sound exposure, enabling informed choices to safeguard hearing.’
Sonical’s CosmOS offers a customisable operating system for headphones, supporting various audio applications and enabling dynamic personalisation of headphone functionality through downloadable plug-ins. The partnership will showcase smart hearing safeguarding on the Remora PRO module, compatible with wired and wireless headphones, earbuds, or headsets, enhancing the flexibility of the CosmOS environment.
Developed by LimitEar, HearAngel uses patent-protected algorithms initially designed for the professional broadcast industry. The software integrates into mobile phones and wireless headphones, measuring sound exposure, with the user interface and controls on a mobile phone. It offers dual modes – managing personal exposure or parental control enabling the management of children’s exposure. The technology tracks listening duration and sound levels, providing awareness and management options. Users can also opt for optional automated protection, adhering to ITU/WHO H.870 or EN62368-1:2018 safety standards.
Research indicates that at birth, each ear has 15,000 auditory hair cells, which do not regenerate. Exposure to high sound doses, particularly from recreational headphone use, can lead to permanent hearing damage. Deafness Research UK reports that one-in-three individuals under 35 has chronic hearing damage due to headphone use.
HearAngel continuously monitors and profiles hearing exposure, alerting users to make informed decisions. The integration of HearAngel into CosmOS emphasises the importance of hearing protection in the audio industry, catering to both professional users and general consumers. This collaboration aims to set new standards for safe listening practices, ensuring long-term auditory health.
