Wirelesstv Listeners

[Handoftheking]

I have very poor hearing and it causes a lot of problems with my family while watching TV. I can't hear what people are saying, especially when the actors mumble. I get told off for having the volume too high. I heard about some devices you can get that allow me to have the volume as high as I like while my family can listen in comfort.
I have a Samsung smart TV UE40. Would such a device work with that? I am not very technically savvy! Can anyone recommend a good product?

[hc4361]

In our house the one with poor hearing uses wireless headphones but our tv doesn't mute the tv speakers when you plug a headphone jack in.

These are popular amongst friends
https://www.amazon.co.uk/TV-Ears-2-3-Listening-System-Clear/dp/B000MUQ8P4

[jennyjoan]

Hiya Handy - I have attached a link for you to peruse - you may get some products to help you

https://www.actiononhearingloss.org.uk/default.aspx

If you have been assessed by NHS as deaf /hard of hearing you may get help - good luck.

[jennyjoan]

i had those earphones that hc has recommended but they annoyed my ears

[hc4361]

jennie's link has some great ideas but the products are much more expensive than High Street shops and Amazon

[jennyjoan]

but as I say HC - if hok is with nhs she/he could get help

I have never had to buy a product yet.

I have flashing lights for my phones, phone for deaf with amplification/ doorbells the lot.

[ladybirder]

What about pressing the Sub Titles button on your remote? Or would that annoy your family? I use it when the mumblers are on and my hearing is fine.

[Handoftheking]

Wow! Thanks for all the kind help. I'm having a think and a chat with my wife.