Category Archives: Techlicious

The Sony CRE-E10 Are the Best OTC Hearing Aids for Music Streaming

Posted on 8 March 2023 by Stewart Wolpin

Sony’s rechargeable bud-styled CRE-E10 ($1,299.99) and its sibling “invisible” CRE-C10 ($999) starkly illustrate the choice faced by first-generation over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aid buyers. The tiny C10 are intended for those who want to improve their everyday, all-day hearing for conversation and TV viewing without … Continue reading →

Posted in ear/headphones, Techlicious | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

My CES 2023 Coverage

Posted on 9 January 2023 by Stewart Wolpin

Here is some of my CES coverage for both the official CES Show Daily and for Techlicious.com. CES 2023: Nasdaq Chief Friedman Advocates for Tech-Driven 21st Century Economy CES 2023: Samsung Stresses Sustainability, Smarter Home, Security TCL 2023 TVs Will … Continue reading →

Posted in CES, ear/headphones, smart home, Techlicious, TV/4K/UHD/8K, TWICE, VR/AR | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Top 10 Things to Know About the Matter Smart Home Standard

Posted on 4 January 2023 by Stewart Wolpin

You likely fall into one of three types of smart home gadget shopper: One, you’re frustrated by the uncooperative bunch of smart home gadgets you’ve already bought that falsely promised compatibility with either Amazon’s Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple HomeKit, … Continue reading →

Posted in smart home, Techlicious | Leave a comment

Lexie B2 OTC Hearing Aids Offer Great Sound Marred by Squealing

Posted on 3 January 2023 by Stewart Wolpin

The Lexie B2 powered by Bose are a perfect example of the unfortunate aesthetic and feature compromises one needs to make when choosing a new over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aid, compromises that boil down to more convenient battery management vs. “invisibility” … Continue reading →

Posted in ear/headphones, Techlicious | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Review: Sony CRE-10 OTC Hearing Aids Deliver Great Sound with One Flaw

Posted on 10 December 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

Sony’s first OTC hearing aid, the CRE-C10 ($999.99), should be and could have been the model by which all subsequent no-frills OTC hearing aids should aspire. After an initial hearing test to personalize their amplification, you simply stick ’em in your ear, … Continue reading →

Posted in ear/headphones, Techlicious | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Jabra Enhance Plus OTC Hearing Aids: Less Than Expected and Hoped For

Posted on 23 November 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

So-called “self-fitting” non-prescription over the counter (OTC) hearing aids are becoming available in two form-factors. First, “invisible” models are designed to be heard through and not seen and worn all day. These more traditional hearing aids might include Bluetooth for phone calls, … Continue reading →

Posted in ear/headphones, Techlicious | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

OTC Hearing Aids: What You Need to Know

Posted on 21 October 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

Nearly 40 million American that could and should use hearing aids don’t because of prohibitive pricing and insurance. This week’s FDA pronouncement that hearing aids would now be available to purchase over the counter (OTC) rather than via prescription from … Continue reading →

Posted in cell/smartphones, ear/headphones, Techlicious | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Bluetooth Hearing Aids to Receive Broadcasts from Public Venues

Posted on 21 October 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

This week, the FDA announced that hearing aids can be purchased over the counter (OTC) without a prescription from an audiologist. In addition to assisting with everyday hearing, many new devices will support the next generation of Bluetooth called Low Energy (LE) Audio, … Continue reading →

Posted in ear/headphones, Techlicious | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

15 Protective Cases for iPhone 14 that Show off Your Style

Posted on 14 October 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

Apple annually introduces new iPhones, meticulously designed to merge form, function, and fun in a gleaming glass and metal package chicly sheathed in shiny yet muted pastel hues. And what do we do almost as soon as we take this … Continue reading →

Posted in Apple, cell/smartphones, Techlicious | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Easiest Way to Set up Your New iPhone 14

Posted on 21 September 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

Congratulations! You’ve gotten (or have ordered and are now anxiously awaiting) your new iPhone 14. So how do you get your new iPhone up and running? What should you expect during setup? Here are the steps for a smooth transition. Read … Continue reading →

Posted in Apple, cell/smartphones, Techlicious | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment