# Bell Rung

> Customizable sound sessions for tinnitus relief based on Residual Inhibition. (iPhone/iPad app by Jordan Lewis.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bell-rung/id6755972155 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jordan Lewis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1857736622)
- Category: Health & Fitness
- Price: Free (on sale, was $0.99)
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18 · 1 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2025-12-02
- Data updated: 2026-06-30
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bell-rung/id6755972155/reviews.md

## What is Bell Rung?

Built around the idea of Residual Inhibition, it lets you create custom sound sessions that help reduce the perception of ringing or buzzing after listening. Choose a frequency for each ear, adjust the volume balance, and set how long each tone plays before it pauses. Start a session with one tap and relax while the app handles the timing.

## Key features

- Customizable sound sessions
- Residual Inhibition principle
- Adjustable frequency per ear
- Volume balance control
- Configurable tone duration and pauses
- One-tap session start

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bell-rung/id6755972155/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Works great, straightforward interface

*2025-12-02, version 1.0*

I’m a veteran, and I suffer from tinnitus. It’s been difficult to find any sort of treatment that works. This app gets the symptoms to subside so that I can concentrate. I use it every day!

### 5/5 — Simple but works.

*2025-12-02, version 1.0*

It helps, I can see what they are talking about.  Surprised this wasn’t already a thing.

## Frequently asked questions about Bell Rung

### What is Bell Rung?

Bell Rung is a paid application designed to help reduce the perception of ringing or buzzing in the ears. It utilizes custom sound sessions based on the principle of Residual Inhibition.

### How does Bell Rung work?

Bell Rung allows you to create personalized sound sessions by choosing specific frequencies and volume balances for each ear. The app then plays these tones for a set duration before pausing, aiming to provide relief.

### Is Bell Rung free?

No, Bell Rung is a paid application. It is available for a one-time purchase price of $0.99.

### What devices does Bell Rung support?

Bell Rung is currently supported on iPhones. The app is rated for ages 4 and up.

### How often is Bell Rung updated?

Bell Rung was last updated on December 2, 2025, with version 1.0. As a new release, future update frequency is yet to be determined.

### What are the user reviews like for Bell Rung?

Bell Rung has received an excellent rating of 5.0 stars from 3 user ratings, indicating a very positive initial reception.

### Does Bell Rung have ads?

No, Bell Rung does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application that offers an ad-free experience.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 2.0 — 2026-06-11

What's New in 2.0

A major audio quality and reliability update.

New features

• Microphone passthrough has a new gain slider for fine control over input level.
• Cycle timer is always visible in the top-left corner — it now shows al the time in always-on mode, the live countdown during cycles, or "Not Playing" when stopped.
• New ⓘ button in the top-left links to the privacy policy and hearing-safety information.
• Background audio playback — sound continues when your screen locks.

Major audio fixes

• Pink and brown noise now play correctly balanced in both ears. Previously the right ear was getting white noise instead of the actual filtered noise.
• Microphone passthrough now routes properly through your headphones. Previously it was forced to the built-in speaker even when AirPods or wired headphones were connected.
• Tone frequencies now play at the exact pitch shown on the slider. Previously they were playing about 9% sharp on most iPhones.
• No more crackles or pops when switching between sound types.
• Vibration and Flashlight toggles now take effect immediately when you flip them mid-cycle, instead of waiting for the next ON phase.
• Microphone and music now properly go silent during the OFF phase of a cycle (previously they kept playing).

Smarter audio routing

• Playback automatically pauses when you unplug your AirPods or wired headphones.
• Playback automatically pauses for phone calls, Siri, and other audio interruptions, and resumes when they end.
• Better Bluetooth headset support, including AirPods and other devices that route through HFP or A2DP.

Polish & UX

• White Noise is now the default sound on launch (previously was Tone).
• Sound type buttons reorganized: White, Pink, Brown on the top row; Tone, Music, Mic on the bottom row.
• Cycle timer no longer pushes the rest of the UI down when you tap Play.
• Smoother countdown animation.
• Vibration is now driven by the system haptic engine for a smoother, more consistent feel during cycles.

Under the hood

• Audio engine rebuilt for thread safety and stability.
• Matches your iPhone's native audio rate for cleaner, more efficient playback.
• Improved memory cleanup so the app behaves better in the background and during long sessions.

Thanks for using Bell Rung. As always,  please use safe volumes, and headphones for microphone mode.

Dedicated to my hard of hearing homies, Marc and Bruce.

### 1.0 — 2025-12-02

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-30.*
