FDA and EU Approve Nuance Audio Smart Glasses with Built-In Hearing Aids

EssilorLuxottica's innovative eyewear combines prescription lenses and over-the-counter hearing aids, set to launch in the US and select European countries in early 2025.

• Nuance Audio glasses integrate prescription lenses with FDA-approved over-the-counter hearing aid technology, designed for mild to moderate hearing loss.
• The glasses feature open-ear speakers, six microphones, and noise-canceling capabilities to enhance conversations in noisy environments.
• Users can control the device through a companion app or a dedicated remote, with customization options for volume and microphone direction.
• EssilorLuxottica plans to launch the glasses in the US and Italy in Q1 2025, followed by France, Germany, and the UK later in the year.
• The product aims to reduce stigma and improve accessibility for hearing solutions, with availability through EssilorLuxottica's extensive retail network.

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