I have the connect clip, but mainly use it as a discreet volume control. I like symphonies, and when going to a concert I can adjust the volume so that it's not too loud and damaging to my ears. Plus when the applause starts, I can turn them way down in a hurry.

I'm also a career musician. I keep the stage volume at 90dba or less. I know 85 is max safe, so I can turn the ears down a couple of 'clicks' and at the end of the song turn it back up to hear an audience member speak without calling attention to my hearing aids.

I suppose I could give the clip to someone, and thought about this for noisy situations like restaurants where I want to hear my DW. But we learned where to sit, in new places ask for a quiet corner and sit side by side. She knows how to talk to be understood.

I tried it for the cell phone, but hearing conversations in both ears was disturbing to me. I figure I could get used to it if I had to though. At home I have a Clarity amplified/equalized phone and if using the cell, it's easier as a speakerphone for me.

I got the rechargeable batteries and charger, but to tell the truth, I'm disappointed. The batteries don't last 16 hours and will die in the evening. If I take them out for a half hour mid-day and put them in the charger, they will make it, but that isn't always possible, so I take disposables with me.

Bob