As you may know, the realm of speech and hearing is constantly changing, especially when it comes to technology and the new applications possible.
In the field of Audiology, hearing difficulties can be eased with hearing aids or other assistive devices, like the Roger microphone. But another company is releasing a different product that uses reading, not amplification, as an assistive device.
The company Vuzix Corporation is developing a new version of glasses that transcribes speech from a conversation onto the lenses. The product, called Ultralite Smart Glasses, uses live captioning abilities and is designed to be an accessory for many smartphones. The glasses hold significant charge and have become lighter than previous versions made by Vuzix. Several competitors are exploring this field to visually assist those with hearing loss through live captioning glasses.