Lizn's Latest foray into the world of "hearpieces" has raised eyebrows with its innovative approach to hearing aids and earbuds, blurring the lines between the two. These sub-$300 devices are designed as a single, self-contained unit that can be delicately twisted into the ear canal for optimal fit.
However, comfort was an issue in my experience with these "hearpieces." The units felt substantial at 4.58 grams per bud and required delicate maneuvering to fit snugly behind the tragus, filling the concha. While the four sets of ear tips provided were useful, I found that even with the default mediums, getting the unit into place was no easy feat. Over time, this became painful, especially since the device had no hardware controls.
Instead, users rely on various combinations of taps on the outside of either unit to adjust settings, which can be fiddly and uncomfortable, particularly when smacked against the side of the head. This led me to question whether these devices are better suited as earbuds rather than hearing aids.
The app associated with Lizn Hearpieces is intuitive and provides a natural experience for users. The system operates in two modes: Lizn mode, which boosts ambient sounds across the board, and Earphone mode, designed for streaming via Bluetooth. While the audio quality was mixed but better-than-passable, I found the lack of frequency-tuning capability to be a major caveat.
One notable drawback is the absence of true active noise cancellation in moderate to heavy ambient noise. This became an issue during a recent flight when the roar of the plane's engines was overwhelming and uncomfortable to listen to.
Battery life was short-lived, with the units lasting around five to six hours per charge, depending on usage mode. The compact case provides up to 21 hours of total battery life but can be finicky, requiring users to return the devices to the case before they'll come back online.
While Lizn Hearpieces have a solid concept and respectable audio quality in certain situations, comfort remains an insurmountable issue for this reviewer. I couldn't even finish a feature-length movie wearing these aids in my ears, let alone make it through an entire workday.
However, comfort was an issue in my experience with these "hearpieces." The units felt substantial at 4.58 grams per bud and required delicate maneuvering to fit snugly behind the tragus, filling the concha. While the four sets of ear tips provided were useful, I found that even with the default mediums, getting the unit into place was no easy feat. Over time, this became painful, especially since the device had no hardware controls.
Instead, users rely on various combinations of taps on the outside of either unit to adjust settings, which can be fiddly and uncomfortable, particularly when smacked against the side of the head. This led me to question whether these devices are better suited as earbuds rather than hearing aids.
The app associated with Lizn Hearpieces is intuitive and provides a natural experience for users. The system operates in two modes: Lizn mode, which boosts ambient sounds across the board, and Earphone mode, designed for streaming via Bluetooth. While the audio quality was mixed but better-than-passable, I found the lack of frequency-tuning capability to be a major caveat.
One notable drawback is the absence of true active noise cancellation in moderate to heavy ambient noise. This became an issue during a recent flight when the roar of the plane's engines was overwhelming and uncomfortable to listen to.
Battery life was short-lived, with the units lasting around five to six hours per charge, depending on usage mode. The compact case provides up to 21 hours of total battery life but can be finicky, requiring users to return the devices to the case before they'll come back online.
While Lizn Hearpieces have a solid concept and respectable audio quality in certain situations, comfort remains an insurmountable issue for this reviewer. I couldn't even finish a feature-length movie wearing these aids in my ears, let alone make it through an entire workday.
I mean, who needs comfort when you can have a fancy new gadget to show off at the next family gathering? Like, seriously though, 4.58 grams per bud is quite heavy... I'd need earpods that light up and do backflips to get me to tolerate that! 
The app sounds cool tho, but no ANC in heavy ambient noise? That's like putting air freshener on a plane during takeoff - not gonna cut it! 
The stats on hearing aid comfort are pretty wild... like 60% of users report discomfort or pain after extended wear 
. And don't even get me started on the frequency-tuning thing - did you know that a study by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association found that only 30% of people can accurately tune their hearing aids to optimal levels without professional assistance? 
The battery life situation is pretty sketchy too... I mean, 21 hours in the case is impressive, but we're talking about devices that are designed for all-day wear. And have you seen the comparison between Lizn's audio quality and those from major brands like Phonak or ReSound? They're like night and day - 95% of users say they prefer the sound quality of established brands 
. They're trying to do too much and sacrifice comfort in the process. The app is cool and all, but it's not enough to make up for the hassle of twisting those things into your ear canal every time you want to adjust the sound 
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. And don't even get me started on the lack of active noise cancellation... that's just a major concession to the status quo 
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? I'm not saying these devices are bad, but they're like a two-party system - they've got a solid concept and some good features, but when it comes down to it, one side has to give up the other 
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And don't even get me started on the battery life - 5-6 hours per charge is just not enough for everyday use. 
I think these devices need some serious refinement before they can live up to their promise of "innovative" hearing aids and earbuds. 
! I was hyped to try them out, but comfort issues are just too much for me... 4.58 grams per bud is like, way too heavy 
and getting them in place without hurting yourself? no thanks 
. And don't even get me started on the lack of hardware controls - it's all about tapping on the outside which can be super annoying, esp when you're on the go 
. I think they should just stick to earbuds instead 
. The audio quality is cool and all, but not worth the pain 
. Battery life is also whack 
... 5-6 hours of use? That's not even a full movie 
! Overall, I'd say Lizn Hearpieces need some major tweaking to become more comfortable & user-friendly 
It's like they forgot that humans have ears, not rocks 
Maybe I'm just not tech-savvy enough, but I think these devices need some serious tweaks before they can compete with traditional hearing aids or earbuds. 
. I'm all for innovative tech but when it hurts, it's gotta go 
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. And what's up with no hardware controls on these things? Like, how are you supposed to adjust the settings without even being able to press a button or something? 
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also, who thought it was a good idea to have no hardware controls on these things? it's like trying to adjust settings with your nose... not cute. 
. Those 4.58g devices feel like they're going to pop out of your ear at any moment! And don't even get me started on the lack of controls - it's like trying to navigate a spacecraft with flippers 
. But, hey, at least the app is intuitive and the audio quality is decent 
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- 5-6 hours per charge is basically a joke 
. Until then, I'll be sticking with my trusty old earbuds 
I mean, 4.58 grams per bud is like carrying a small rock in your ear canals, and trying to maneuver them in just right... it's like they say, "you gotta break 'em in" 
. No hardware buttons? no thanks! I'd rather have a million options than fiddle around with taps all day. And what's up with no frequency tuning? Like, if you like your audio a certain way, just make it happen 
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, but when the tech ain't working right, it's all that matters. I mean, 5-6 hours of battery life is basically nothing 
. Can't even finish a movie with these things in? That's just crazy talk 
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but like seriously how do ppl expect us to wear these for hours on end? 
the tap thingy on the outside is so annoying btw u can't even adjust settings when you're running errands or something 
. I mean, who wants to fiddle around with earbuds in their ears for hours on end? It's just not practical or comfy 
. And don't even get me started on the lack of frequency-tuning capability 