I'm using the new Oticon hearing aids Sheila. This is my second pair from the Freeman's. Cannot remember the make of the first ones. These can be connected to an app on your phone to make basic adjustements. I dont wear mine all the time but still have to change batteries often. I find with all the hearing aids I've used they just amplify the sound around you...............of course there supposed to.........but it's difficult make out a conversation in a crowded room like a pub. General chatter, juke box and TV sounds all come through the aids. Talking without all the background sounds there fine.