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Pure Charge&Go AX is Signia’s latest flagship product and the first product to be launched on the company’s new Augmented Xperience (AX) platform. Launched in May 2021, Pure Charge&Go AX offers several advantages over its predecessor, Pure Charge&Go X.

Pure Charge&Go AX At-a-Glance

• New Android smart phone compatibility
• Dual processors to separately process speech and environmental noises
• 110% increase in the binaural audio transfer rate in new e2e wireless 4.0*
• 60% reduction in the binaural latency*
• 22% increase in rechargeable battery runtime*
• Increased input dynamic range
• Currently offered only in the RIC style, both with and without a t-coil as well as a CROS version.
• Available in 3 different technology levels, the 7AX, 5AX and 3AX with the 7 providing the highest number of channels and technology.

*Compared to their previous generation of product the Xperience (X) platform.

While we won’t go into all of the features of this product as many are now standard in the industry such as directionality, noise reduction, listening scene classification and the availability of a smart phone app; let’s take a closer look at some of the key features of the product:

Smart Phone Compatibility

Charge&Go Pure AX offers both Apple and Android streaming compatibility. Android compatibility is a first for Signia, but Android connectivity has been available from other manufacturers for some time. This is a big step for the company as, according to Statista, approximately 50% of the U.S. smart phone market is Android. Android streaming is achieved via the ASHA (Audio Streaming for Hearing Aids) protocol. For a list of smart phones that are compatible with the Signia AX platform, see here.

The microphones on the Charge&Go Pure AX do not act as an input while talking on the phone. While on a call, you’ll still need to speak into the phone. However, this is true for most hearing aid manufacturers. The StreamLine Mic is a separately-purchased accessory that enables hands-free phone calls with Pure AX Signia. The accessory also acts as remote microphone.

Augmented Focus™

According to Signia, for the first time, two separate processors are utilized with the intent of processing sound that you want to hear, such as conversation, separately from surrounding noise. A long-time complaint of hearing aid wearers is that hearing aids amplify all sounds equally; this technology is intended to allow you to focus on the sounds you want to hear while keeping background noise to a minimum. This is accomplished by processing sound coming from the front of the listener separately from that of sound coming from behind the listener. The obvious intent is to improve your speech understanding in environments with competing noise such as restaurants.

Rechargeability

Signia has long offered rechargeable hearing aids and has continued to perfect that feature within this new product. Pure Charge&Go AX has built-in lithium-ion rechargeable batteries designed to provide up to 36 hours of wearing time if utilizing the larger model (T AX) with the telephone coil (T-coil) or up to 24 hours for the smaller no T-coil version (AX). Signia says that these numbers include 5 hours of streaming time, which can drain batteries more quickly. Three different chargers are available depending on your needs and preferences: the standard Pure charger, portable charger and the Dry&Clean charger.

• No Batteries Needed, Inductive recharge-ability removes the need to purchase and handle disposable batteries
• IPhone Direct Streaming For Calls & Music
• Signia’s unique Own Voice Processing (OVP), for a natural-sounding own voice
• Latest Technology used in 7X
• Bluetooth connectivity enables audio streaming directly into hearing aids for an extended period with low energy drain supported by a high-capacity lithium-ion power cell

Pure Charge&Go AX is Signia’s latest flagship product and the first product to be launched on the company’s new Augmented Xperience (AX) platform. Launched in May 2021, Pure Charge&Go AX offers several advantages over its predecessor, Pure Charge&Go X.

Pure Charge&Go AX At-a-Glance

• New Android smart phone compatibility
• Dual processors to separately process speech and environmental noises
• 110% increase in the binaural audio transfer rate in new e2e wireless 4.0*
• 60% reduction in the binaural latency*
• 22% increase in rechargeable battery runtime*
• Increased input dynamic range
• Currently offered only in the RIC style, both with and without a t-coil as well as a CROS version.
• Available in 3 different technology levels, the 7AX, 5AX and 3AX with the 7 providing the highest number of channels and technology.

*Compared to their previous generation of product the Xperience (X) platform.

While we won’t go into all of the features of this product as many are now standard in the industry such as directionality, noise reduction, listening scene classification and the availability of a smart phone app; let’s take a closer look at some of the key features of the product:

Smart Phone Compatibility

Charge&Go Pure AX offers both Apple and Android streaming compatibility. Android compatibility is a first for Signia, but Android connectivity has been available from other manufacturers for some time. This is a big step for the company as, according to Statista, approximately 50% of the U.S. smart phone market is Android. Android streaming is achieved via the ASHA (Audio Streaming for Hearing Aids) protocol. For a list of smart phones that are compatible with the Signia AX platform, see here.

The microphones on the Charge&Go Pure AX do not act as an input while talking on the phone. While on a call, you’ll still need to speak into the phone. However, this is true for most hearing aid manufacturers. The StreamLine Mic is a separately-purchased accessory that enables hands-free phone calls with Pure AX Signia. The accessory also acts as remote microphone.

Augmented Focus™

According to Signia, for the first time, two separate processors are utilized with the intent of processing sound that you want to hear, such as conversation, separately from surrounding noise. A long-time complaint of hearing aid wearers is that hearing aids amplify all sounds equally; this technology is intended to allow you to focus on the sounds you want to hear while keeping background noise to a minimum. This is accomplished by processing sound coming from the front of the listener separately from that of sound coming from behind the listener. The obvious intent is to improve your speech understanding in environments with competing noise such as restaurants.

Rechargeability

Signia has long offered rechargeable hearing aids and has continued to perfect that feature within this new product. Pure Charge&Go AX has built-in lithium-ion rechargeable batteries designed to provide up to 36 hours of wearing time if utilizing the larger model (T AX) with the telephone coil (T-coil) or up to 24 hours for the smaller no T-coil version (AX). Signia says that these numbers include 5 hours of streaming time, which can drain batteries more quickly. Three different chargers are available depending on your needs and preferences: the standard Pure charger, portable charger and the Dry&Clean charger.

Pure Charge&Go AX is Signia’s latest flagship product and the first product to be launched on the company’s new Augmented Xperience (AX) platform. Launched in May 2021, Pure Charge&Go AX offers several advantages over its predecessor, Pure Charge&Go X.

Pure Charge&Go AX At-a-Glance

• New Android smart phone compatibility
• Dual processors to separately process speech and environmental noises
• 110% increase in the binaural audio transfer rate in new e2e wireless 4.0*
• 60% reduction in the binaural latency*
• 22% increase in rechargeable battery runtime*
• Increased input dynamic range
• Currently offered only in the RIC style, both with and without a t-coil as well as a CROS version.
• Available in 3 different technology levels, the 7AX, 5AX and 3AX with the 7 providing the highest number of channels and technology.

*Compared to their previous generation of product the Xperience (X) platform.

While we won’t go into all of the features of this product as many are now standard in the industry such as directionality, noise reduction, listening scene classification and the availability of a smart phone app; let’s take a closer look at some of the key features of the product:

Smart Phone Compatibility

Charge&Go Pure AX offers both Apple and Android streaming compatibility. Android compatibility is a first for Signia, but Android connectivity has been available from other manufacturers for some time. This is a big step for the company as, according to Statista, approximately 50% of the U.S. smart phone market is Android. Android streaming is achieved via the ASHA (Audio Streaming for Hearing Aids) protocol. For a list of smart phones that are compatible with the Signia AX platform, see here.

The microphones on the Charge&Go Pure AX do not act as an input while talking on the phone. While on a call, you’ll still need to speak into the phone. However, this is true for most hearing aid manufacturers. The StreamLine Mic is a separately-purchased accessory that enables hands-free phone calls with Pure AX Signia. The accessory also acts as remote microphone.

Augmented Focus™

According to Signia, for the first time, two separate processors are utilized with the intent of processing sound that you want to hear, such as conversation, separately from surrounding noise. A long-time complaint of hearing aid wearers is that hearing aids amplify all sounds equally; this technology is intended to allow you to focus on the sounds you want to hear while keeping background noise to a minimum. This is accomplished by processing sound coming from the front of the listener separately from that of sound coming from behind the listener. The obvious intent is to improve your speech understanding in environments with competing noise such as restaurants.

Rechargeability

Signia has long offered rechargeable hearing aids and has continued to perfect that feature within this new product. Pure Charge&Go AX has built-in lithium-ion rechargeable batteries designed to provide up to 36 hours of wearing time if utilizing the larger model (T AX) with the telephone coil (T-coil) or up to 24 hours for the smaller no T-coil version (AX). Signia says that these numbers include 5 hours of streaming time, which can drain batteries more quickly. Three different chargers are available depending on your needs and preferences: the standard Pure charger, portable charger and the Dry&Clean charger.

Pure Charge&Go AX is Signia’s latest flagship product and the first product to be launched on the company’s new Augmented Xperience (AX) platform. Launched in May 2021, Pure Charge&Go AX offers several advantages over its predecessor, Pure Charge&Go X.

Pure Charge&Go AX At-a-Glance

• New Android smart phone compatibility
• Dual processors to separately process speech and environmental noises
• 110% increase in the binaural audio transfer rate in new e2e wireless 4.0*
• 60% reduction in the binaural latency*
• 22% increase in rechargeable battery runtime*
• Increased input dynamic range
• Currently offered only in the RIC style, both with and without a t-coil as well as a CROS version.
• Available in 3 different technology levels, the 7AX, 5AX and 3AX with the 7 providing the highest number of channels and technology.

*Compared to their previous generation of product the Xperience (X) platform.

While we won’t go into all of the features of this product as many are now standard in the industry such as directionality, noise reduction, listening scene classification and the availability of a smart phone app; let’s take a closer look at some of the key features of the product:

Smart Phone Compatibility

Charge&Go Pure AX offers both Apple and Android streaming compatibility. Android compatibility is a first for Signia, but Android connectivity has been available from other manufacturers for some time. This is a big step for the company as, according to Statista, approximately 50% of the U.S. smart phone market is Android. Android streaming is achieved via the ASHA (Audio Streaming for Hearing Aids) protocol. For a list of smart phones that are compatible with the Signia AX platform, see here.

The microphones on the Charge&Go Pure AX do not act as an input while talking on the phone. While on a call, you’ll still need to speak into the phone. However, this is true for most hearing aid manufacturers. The StreamLine Mic is a separately-purchased accessory that enables hands-free phone calls with Pure AX Signia. The accessory also acts as remote microphone.

Augmented Focus™

According to Signia, for the first time, two separate processors are utilized with the intent of processing sound that you want to hear, such as conversation, separately from surrounding noise. A long-time complaint of hearing aid wearers is that hearing aids amplify all sounds equally; this technology is intended to allow you to focus on the sounds you want to hear while keeping background noise to a minimum. This is accomplished by processing sound coming from the front of the listener separately from that of sound coming from behind the listener. The obvious intent is to improve your speech understanding in environments with competing noise such as restaurants.

Rechargeability

Signia has long offered rechargeable hearing aids and has continued to perfect that feature within this new product. Pure Charge&Go AX has built-in lithium-ion rechargeable batteries designed to provide up to 36 hours of wearing time if utilizing the larger model (T AX) with the telephone coil (T-coil) or up to 24 hours for the smaller no T-coil version (AX). Signia says that these numbers include 5 hours of streaming time, which can drain batteries more quickly. Three different chargers are available depending on your needs and preferences: the standard Pure charger, portable charger and the Dry&Clean charger.

Integrated Xperience, or IX for short, is Signia’s latest technology platform. This is the software running inside your hearing aid that handles amplification, directional hearing, noise reduction, and other advanced sound processing features.

Signia IX is built on the company's Augmented Xperience (AX) technology, introduced in May 2021, which uses dual speech processors and binaural beam-forming microphones to process speech and background noise differently. Signia claims this technology, which they call Augmented Focus, creates a clear contrast between the speech and background noise.

Pure C&G IX are traditional hearing aids, so you will need to be fit by your hearing care provider. If you haven’t gone through the process before, this generally requires at least three visits for evaluation, fitting, and an initial follow-up. You can expect occasional visits after the initial follow-up for routine maintenance and adjustments.

If you are someone who likes to avoid brick and mortar appointments, you’ll be happy to learn that Signia IX offers virtual visits through their app. Adjustments can be made in real-time directly through your phone, while video chatting with your hearing provider, in the comforts of your home.

While demoing this feature with Signia, I found it similar to Facetime and much easier to use than a standard Zoom meeting. So those who are technology-averse should have little problems using it. The app also offers lots of personalization while remaining easy to both navigate and use. Continue reading below for a more detailed discussion of the Signia app.

You can easily adjust Pure C&G IX with the multi-function rocker switch located on the back of the device. Signia has made the switch more accessible by adding larger protruding buttons and a clear “click” feel when either rocker position is depressed (you will also hear an indication that an adjustment has been made).

Integrated Xperience, or IX for short, is Signia’s latest technology platform. This is the software running inside your hearing aid that handles amplification, directional hearing, noise reduction, and other advanced sound processing features.

Signia IX is built on the company's Augmented Xperience (AX) technology, introduced in May 2021, which uses dual speech processors and binaural beam-forming microphones to process speech and background noise differently. Signia claims this technology, which they call Augmented Focus, creates a clear contrast between the speech and background noise.

Pure C&G IX are traditional hearing aids, so you will need to be fit by your hearing care provider. If you haven’t gone through the process before, this generally requires at least three visits for evaluation, fitting, and an initial follow-up. You can expect occasional visits after the initial follow-up for routine maintenance and adjustments.

If you are someone who likes to avoid brick and mortar appointments, you’ll be happy to learn that Signia IX offers virtual visits through their app. Adjustments can be made in real-time directly through your phone, while video chatting with your hearing provider, in the comforts of your home.

While demoing this feature with Signia, I found it similar to Facetime and much easier to use than a standard Zoom meeting. So those who are technology-averse should have little problems using it. The app also offers lots of personalization while remaining easy to both navigate and use. Continue reading below for a more detailed discussion of the Signia app.

You can easily adjust Pure C&G IX with the multi-function rocker switch located on the back of the device. Signia has made the switch more accessible by adding larger protruding buttons and a clear “click” feel when either rocker position is depressed (you will also hear an indication that an adjustment has been made).

• World’s first integrated acoustic-motion sensors
• Lithium-ion batteries that allow fast charging
• Natural own voice and better speech understanding in noise, even when in motion
• Long-lasting high quality audio streaming for better hearing satisfaction
• Ultra HD e2e and Bluetooth connectivity, to stream music, phone calls and TV straight to your ears
• Remote control for your hearing aids via your smartphone
• Pure Charge&Go X comes in other performance levels (2X, 3X, 5X & 7X)
• 10 attractive colours to choose from (Black, Granite, Dark, Champagne, Silver, Grey, Pearl White, Deep Brown, Sandy Brown, Rose Gold, Beige)
• Technology level: Economy (for those with smaller budget and quieter lifestyles)

• World’s first integrated acoustic-motion sensors
• Lithium-ion batteries that allow fast charging
• Natural own voice and better speech understanding in noise, even when in motion
• Long-lasting high quality audio streaming for better hearing satisfaction
• Ultra HD e2e and Bluetooth connectivity, to stream music, phone calls and TV straight to your ears
• Remote control for your hearing aids via your smartphone
• Pure Charge&Go X comes in other performance levels (2X, 3X, 5X & 7X)
• 10 attractive colours to choose from (Black, Granite, Dark, Champagne, Silver, Grey, Pearl White, Deep Brown, Sandy Brown, Rose Gold, Beige)
• Technology level: Economy (for those with smaller budget and quieter lifestyles)

• World’s first integrated acoustic-motion sensors
• Lithium-ion batteries that allow fast charging
• Natural own voice and better speech understanding in noise, even when in motion
• Long-lasting high quality audio streaming for better hearing satisfaction
• Ultra HD e2e and Bluetooth connectivity, to stream music, phone calls and TV straight to your ears
• Remote control for your hearing aids via your smartphone
• Pure Charge&Go X comes in other performance levels (2X, 3X, 5X & 7X)
• 10 attractive colours to choose from (Black, Granite, Dark, Champagne, Silver, Grey, Pearl White, Deep Brown, Sandy Brown, Rose Gold, Beige)
• Technology level: Economy (for those with smaller budget and quieter lifestyles)

Pure Charge&Go AX is Signia’s latest flagship product and the first product to be launched on the company’s new Augmented Xperience (AX) platform. Launched in May 2021, Pure Charge&Go AX offers several advantages over its predecessor, Pure Charge&Go X.

Pure Charge&Go AX At-a-Glance

• New Android smart phone compatibility
• Dual processors to separately process speech and environmental noises
• 110% increase in the binaural audio transfer rate in new e2e wireless 4.0*
• 60% reduction in the binaural latency*
• 22% increase in rechargeable battery runtime*
• Increased input dynamic range
• Currently offered only in the RIC style, both with and without a t-coil as well as a CROS version.
• Available in 3 different technology levels, the 7AX, 5AX and 3AX with the 7 providing the highest number of channels and technology.

*Compared to their previous generation of product the Xperience (X) platform.

While we won’t go into all of the features of this product as many are now standard in the industry such as directionality, noise reduction, listening scene classification and the availability of a smart phone app; let’s take a closer look at some of the key features of the product:

Smart Phone Compatibility

Charge&Go Pure AX offers both Apple and Android streaming compatibility. Android compatibility is a first for Signia, but Android connectivity has been available from other manufacturers for some time. This is a big step for the company as, according to Statista, approximately 50% of the U.S. smart phone market is Android. Android streaming is achieved via the ASHA (Audio Streaming for Hearing Aids) protocol. For a list of smart phones that are compatible with the Signia AX platform, see here.

The microphones on the Charge&Go Pure AX do not act as an input while talking on the phone. While on a call, you’ll still need to speak into the phone. However, this is true for most hearing aid manufacturers. The StreamLine Mic is a separately-purchased accessory that enables hands-free phone calls with Pure AX Signia. The accessory also acts as remote microphone.

Augmented Focus™

According to Signia, for the first time, two separate processors are utilized with the intent of processing sound that you want to hear, such as conversation, separately from surrounding noise. A long-time complaint of hearing aid wearers is that hearing aids amplify all sounds equally; this technology is intended to allow you to focus on the sounds you want to hear while keeping background noise to a minimum. This is accomplished by processing sound coming from the front of the listener separately from that of sound coming from behind the listener. The obvious intent is to improve your speech understanding in environments with competing noise such as restaurants.

Rechargeability

Signia has long offered rechargeable hearing aids and has continued to perfect that feature within this new product. Pure Charge&Go AX has built-in lithium-ion rechargeable batteries designed to provide up to 36 hours of wearing time if utilizing the larger model (T AX) with the telephone coil (T-coil) or up to 24 hours for the smaller no T-coil version (AX). Signia says that these numbers include 5 hours of streaming time, which can drain batteries more quickly. Three different chargers are available depending on your needs and preferences: the standard Pure charger, portable charger and the Dry&Clean charger.