Table 2 Results of acceptability surveys

Pre-test acceptability

 wish to use hearing amplification solution

3.8 ± 0.9

29

 sensation of ease with technology

3.7 ± 1.2

27

 sensation of ease with previous use of earing device

3.5 ± 1.1

17

 overall impression of TEO First® device

4.3 ± 0.8

29

 hope in the TEO First® device

4.2 ± 0.7

29

 reluctance to wear hearing aids continuously

2.7 ± 1.9

28

Post-test acceptability

 correct use

3 ± 1.4

27

 ease of use

3.2 ± 1.6

27

 pleasant use

2.2 ± 1.7

27

 perceived usefulness

2.4 ± 2

27

 satisfaction on quiet setting

2.5 ± 1.7

24

 satisfaction on noisy setting

1.8 ± 1.4

21

 desire of daily use

2.3 ± 1.9

26