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First fully implanted cochlear implant reaches patients
Original: The first fully implanted cochlear implant reaches patients
The first cochlear implant that is entirely implantable, with no external components, is now reaching patients, according to IEEE Spectrum. Conventional devices rely on a visible external processor and microphone behind the ear, so a fully implanted design promises more natural hearing and greater convenience for users. Commenters are discussing what this means for people with hearing loss and the technology's future.
Why now: The removal of all external hardware is a significant milestone in hearing-implant technology
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