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However, in addition to these features, the AV50's also includes ZVOX's AccuVoice technology. Using the headphones for watching movies or TV on any device can seamlessly enhance the dialog experience, just like ZVOX's speakers. Whether over Bluetooth or a wired connection, the headphones automatically detect dialog and the proprietary AccuVoice features kick in. Your next in- flight movie won't be the same! The AV50 Noise Cancelling Headphones have a muted look that probably won't impress the teenagers on the subway, but the four color options are mature and a great way to exude some style beyond regular black or silver headphones. Voicebud VB20 Hearing Aid Of course, with so much success adapting hearing aid technology to speakers and headphones, it was only sensible that ZVOX released their own hearing aid, the Voicebud VB20. This affordable, over-the-counter hearing aid is a great alternative to expensive custom options, and provides people with mild to intermediate hearing loss a great alternative to try. For just under $300, the Voicebud VB20 has technology usually found in hearing aids over twice as expensive. Sound familiar? It's a similar approach as the AV50 Noise Cancelling Headphones—give consumers the technology and features they want for half the price of the competitors. What makes the VoiceBuds extra useful is that ZVOX special sauce, the audio processing to enhance voices and reduce distracting background noise. The VB20 leverages the expertise that ZVOX has been developing for over 15 years in the industry, and crams it into a tiny, over- the-ear device. A two microphone NoiseBlocker system helps minimize background noise, while the aid itself boosts voice frequencies. This combination allows the wearer to hear the voices they want, and dismiss the distractions they don't want. The Voicebud VB20 excels in crowded restaurants, busy meetings, and live performances, but is just as useful in the living room or at the kitchen table. In the box, ZVOX includes several hearing tubes, six ear dome choices to make sure you can find one that is comfortable, as well as cleaning tools and a packet of batteries to get you started. The batteries are standard hearing aid batteries, and each last about three to four days. The parts are small, and will require a precise hand to get up and running, but other than changing the batteries, fiddling with the Voicebud VB20 should be minimal. That is mostly thanks to the free app that works with the Voicebud, and lets the user control the volume, change the mode, and monitor battery life, among other things. Knowing their audience, ZVOX has kept the app simple, easy to use, and operated mainly with large buttons. Gone are the days of adjusting tiny knobs on the hearing aid hiding behind your ear. The Voicebud VB20 is an easy way to improve the quality of life for anyone who struggles to hear the important things in their life. Without the commitment of expensive hearing aids and multiple doctor consultations, the VB20 offers more than simple audio amplification. Whether in your living room, on the plane, or in a crowded restaurant, ZVOX has an audio solution to enhance everyday hearing. It's simple mission to make sound simple is evident in each of their products, making them great for your ears and great to use. For many, they make excellent gifts for the technically and audibly challenged people in your life, so check out the range of ZVOX products today to start enhancing the sound. For more information, visit: www.zvox.com