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Hearing Aid Compatibility Report<\/h2>\n
Thumb Cellular, LLC\r\nUpdated: January 12, 2024\r\nHearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) for Wireless Handsets\r\n\r\nFCC HAC webpage: https:\/\/www.fcc.gov\/hearing-aid-compatibility-wireless-telephones<\/a>\r\nGlobal Accessibility Reporting Initiative webpage: https:\/\/www.gari.info\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/pre>\n
A. <\/strong> The FCC\u2019s hearing aid compatibility requirements address hearing aids that operate in either of two (2) modes \u2013 acoustic coupling (\u201cM\u201d rating) or inductive coupling (\u201cT\u201d rating). The FCC\u2019s \u201cM\u201d and \u201cT\u201d ratings indicate whether a handset can be expected to function well with a hearing aid and are generally marked clearly on the packaging. The ratings, however, do not guarantee that a handset will function without distortion or noise, so testing before purchasing is a good recommendation.<\/p>\n
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  1. Acoustic coupling:<\/strong> Hearing aids operating in acoustic coupling mode receive through a microphone and then amplify all sounds surrounding the user, including both desired sounds (such as a phone\u2019s audio signal) and unwanted ambient noise.<\/li>\n
  2. Inductive coupling:<\/strong> Hearing aids operating in inductive coupling mode turn off the microphone to avoid amplifying unwanted ambient noise, instead using a telecoil to receive only audio signal-based magnetic fields generated by inductive coupling-capable phones.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
    Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) Ratings \u2013 What do they mean?<\/h3>\n
    A.<\/strong> \u201cM\u201d Rating \u2013 this refers to using the phone with a hearing aid in the microphone setting. The higher the \u201cM\u201d rating, the more likely it is you will be able to use the phone with your hearing aid on the microphone setting. An M3 rating indicates the handset has satisfied the ANSI standard. An M4 rating indicates the handset has exceeded the ANSI standard.<\/p>\n
    B.<\/strong> \u201cT\u201d Rating \u2013 this refers to using the hearing aid set on telecoil. The higher the \u201cT\u201d rating, the more likely you will be able to use the phone with your hearing aid on the telecoil setting. Reduced feedback and reduced background noise are additional benefits of using a hearing aid set on telecoil during phone use. To determine the likelihood of successful cell phone use with your hearing aid, add the \u201cT\u201d rating of the cell phone to the \u201cT\u201d rating number of your hearing aid. A T3 rating indicates the handset has satisfied the ANSI standard. A T4 rating indicates the handset has exceeded the ANSI standard.<\/p>\n
    Explanation of Handset Level of Functionality<\/h3>\n
    A.<\/strong> Determination of a handset\u2019s level of functionality was based on the features offered, and the operating capabilities of the unit. Thumb Cellular has identified the following two (2) levels of handset functionality:<\/p>\n
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    1. Non-Smart Phones<\/strong> \u2013 offer basic calling ability, have basic texting ability, have a camera and Bluetooth technology, and work on the 4G data network.<\/li>\n
    2. Smart Phones<\/strong> \u2013 includes handsets powered by an operating system, either Android or iOS. A smart phone allows user to perform many functions: voice, text and multimedia messaging, web browsing, email, camera and video, application downloads, and more. They work on the 4G network.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
      Reporting Information Common to All Handsets Offered<\/h3>\n
      A.<\/strong> Thumb Cellular\u2019s website is www.thumbcellular.com<\/a>; it has detailed information about all handsets offered, about HAC, and what HAC rating each handset has.<\/p>\n
      B.<\/strong> The dates of retail availability for each handset are listed below. Thumb Cellular can only offer handsets that manufacturers make available in a generic version for the smaller, regional carriers.<\/p>\n
      C.<\/strong> All handsets offered by Thumb Cellular work on our VoLTE network and will work on either the 850 or 1900 frequencies.<\/p>\n
      D.<\/strong> All handsets offered by Thumb Cellular are offered at all four (4) stores.<\/p>\n
      E.<\/strong> All handsets offered by Thumb Cellular are HAC compliant as of the time of this report.<\/p>\n
      F.<\/strong> All handsets have the HAC rating printed on the box, or specifically state they are HAC compliant.<\/p>\n
      Reporting Information \u2013 Handset Specific \u2013 Currently Offered Handsets<\/h3>\n
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